MHG33722 - Possible Site of Dun or Promontory Fort, Stac An Dunain

Summary

A possible defensive site, identified through 1st and 2nd ed OS mapping, that may indicate the presence of a dun or promontory fort.

Type and Period (2)

  • DUN (Iron Age - 550 BC to 560 AD)
  • (Alternate Type) PROMONTORY FORT (Early Bronze Age to Pictish - 2400 BC? to 900 AD?)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

Stac an Dunain marked on 1st & 2nd ed OS mapping. Possible defensive site. Needs checking.
HAW 8/2004

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Location

Grid reference Centred NC 2576 7481 (80m by 80m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NC27SE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Civil Parish DURNESS

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