MHG51528 - Possible plough marks and cut feature north west of Fortanach House, Shandwick
Summary
A number of possible plough marks and a possible ditch were identified during archaeological trial trenching.
Type and Period (2)
- PLOUGH MARKS (Neolithic to 19th Century - 4000 BC? to 1900 AD?)
- DITCH (Neolithic to 19th Century - 4000 BC? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
An archaeological evaluation identified a number of thin cross-hatched cuts into the subsoil, interpreted as possible plough or adze marks. A more substantial feature was also identified running across Trench 4, cut at a 45 degree angle into the subsoil to a depth of around 300mm. The fill was a homogenous grey soil. The north edge of the feature could not be discerned due to the presence of a recently dug and infilled test pit. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 85633 74646 (43m by 42m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH87SE |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | NIGG |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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