MHG51499 - Possible horizontal mill at Mellon Charles
Summary
Possible remains of a horizontal mill straddling the watercourse.
Type and Period (1)
- HORIZONTAL MILL? (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A walkover survey in October 2007 identified what may be the remains of a horizontal mill. The section of the small stream below the road has been straightened, and at this location there appears to be a small rubble structure straddling the watercourse. On the east bank there appears to be a rubble-walled building measuring 1m internally, while on the west bank is a section of retaining wall 4 courses high There is no structure recorded here on the 1st edition OS map. <1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 8530 9118 (50m by 50m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG89SE |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | GAIRLOCH |
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