MHG39193 - Structure - Oskaig
Summary
A small subrectangular structure constructed from large stones built against a rock face.
Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Surveyed ACFA 1995
Sub-rectangular Structure 5m x 2.5m
Feature 10. A small subrectangular structure constructed from large stones built against a rock face. It measures 5m x 2.5m. There is no evidence of an entrance. <1>
Note: Site not visible on aerial photographs so location based on grid reference. (16/10/26)
Sources/Archives (2)
- --- SHG1338 Text/Publication/Article: Macdonald and Wood, J and J S. 1995. 'Oskaig and Holoman Isle of Raasay (Portree parish), settlement survey', Discovery and Excavation in Scotland 1995, p.45. Discovery and Excavation in Scotland. 45. 46.
- <1> SHG21161 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Macdonald. J. & Wood, J.S. (eds). 1995. An Archaeological Survey of two settlements at Oskaig and Holoman on Raasay, Skye and Lochalsh District, Highland Region. Association of Certificated Field Archaeologists (ACFA). 30/01/1995. Digital (scanned as PDF). Feature 10.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 5471 3850 (10m by 10m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG53NW |
| Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
| Civil Parish | PORTREE |
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