MHG52500 - Site of smithy, Mardon House, Nairn
Summary
The site of a smithy depicted on the 1st edition Ordnance Survey map c.1869.
Type and Period (2)
- SMITHY (Extant, 19th Century to 20th Century - 1801 AD? to 1970 AD?)
- BLACKSMITHS WORKSHOP (Extant, 19th Century to 20th Century - 1801 AD? to 1970 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A smithy is depicted on the 1st edition Ordnance Survey map c.1869. It was demolished before the 1960s but metal objects including horse shoes are often still found in the locality. <1>
Possible areas of burning and ashy/charcoal deposits were uncovered during topsoil stripping on land to the south. These may be associated with this site. <2>
Sources/Archives (2)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 84932 54546 (28m by 16m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH85SW |
| Civil Parish | NAIRN |
| Geographical Area | NAIRN |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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