MHG4924 - Galtrigill Burn

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Type and Period (1)

  • FARMSTEAD (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)

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  • None recorded

Full Description

On the north-east flank of Ben Skriaig, just beyond the enclosures of Galtrigill and at a height of 92m OD is a large rectangular longhouse which measures 13.5m by 4.2m internally with walls 1.2m thick. Abutting to the east is a large enclosure, with an entrance in its north wall, which measures 24m by 16m. Along the south side of this enclosure are four small enclosures, the largest of which abutts the south wall of the house. A small area of rig cultivation lies on the steep slope to the north of the house. (Formerly NG15SE 30)
Information from S H Bryson, 2 April 1989.

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Location

Grid reference Centred NG 1759 5440 (100m by 100m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NG15SE
Geographical Area SKYE AND LOCHALSH
Civil Parish DUIRINISH

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