MHG52657 - Turf boundary dyke, north east of Corry Cottage
Summary
A turf bank bounding an area that seems to have been cultivated or improved for grazing.
Type and Period (2)
- BOUNDARY DYKE (16th Century to 18th Century - 1560 AD to 1800 AD)
- CLEARANCE CAIRN (16th Century to 18th Century - 1560 AD to 1800 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A turf bank of square profile and 0.9m in width runs NW down the bank from the trackway to the break of slope above the bank from the trackway to the break of slope above the burn. (Photo 25,26) Although the slope is facing NW, it appears to have been cultivated or improved for grazing. This is likely to represent early mdern land use.<1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 14852 93122 (31m by 61m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH19SW |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | LOCHBROOM |
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