MHG51164 - Barking Yard, Nairn
Summary
Fishertown barking yard, Society Street, Nairn
Type and Period (1)
- BARKING YARD (19th Century - 1801 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Behind 27 Society Street is the old Barking Yard, where fishermen preserved their nets and sails by soaking them in a brew of tree bark - or 'cutch' - boiled up in large kettles. Overalls were soaked in boiled linseed oil to create waterproof 'oilskins'. The yard was maintained by Nairn Fishermen's Society who took a fee for the use of a kettle. Chimneys may still survive on the site - but this has not been verified by a visit. <1>
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 88605 56906 (25m by 36m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH85NE |
| Civil Parish | NAIRN |
| Geographical Area | NAIRN |
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