MHG51267 - Unfinished millstone, Allt a Choir

Summary

A large unfinished millstone abandoned by the side of the path from Poolewe to Slattadale.

Type and Period (1)

  • MILLSTONE WORKING SITE? (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

What appears to be a large unfinished millstone abandoned by the side of the path from Poolewe to Slattadale. <1>

The stone is roughly circular with a diameter of over 1m and a central hole showing evidence of multiple drilling. A large split laminated rock nearby looks like a possible source. A series of boundary markers is depicted on the first edition OS map and this stone may have served a similar role. <2>

Sources/Archives (2)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NG 87081 75901 (20m by 20m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NG87NE
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Civil Parish GAIRLOCH

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