MHG52836 - Shieling, Cnoc a' Bhaid Bhain (4 of 8)

Summary

One of a group of shieling huts identified during a walkover survey.

Type and Period (1)

  • SHIELING HUT (16th Century to 18th Century - 1560 AD to 1800 AD)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

Directly downslope of Feature 4 is another shieling, set on a linear grassy knoll. It is less distinct than those previously recorded and appears to be rectangular in outline, with a possible outshot protruding from the SW end of its NW side. It measures 8m x 2.5m and the outshot is 3m long, extending out from the main building line for 1.5m. Occasional boulders are visible in the walls; however most of the walling is overgrown with moss and grass. The longsides of the building trend 37 degrees. This site is one of a group of shieling huts identified during a walkover survey in April 2009. <1>

Sources/Archives (1)

Map

Location

Grid reference NC 44142 20453 (point)
Map sheet NC42SW
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Civil Parish LAIRG

Finds (0)

Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

Related Investigations/Events (1)

External Links (0)

Comments and Feedback

Do you have any more information about this record? Please feel free to comment with information and photographs, or ask any questions, using the "Disqus" tool below. Comments are moderated, and we aim to respond/publish as soon as possible.