MHG52888 - Dyke footings, Mellon Charles

Summary

The faint footings of a dyke, possibly a pre-crofting feature.

Type and Period (1)

  • DYKE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

The faint footings of a dyke line, here visible as a single line of stones although after turning NE the dyke becomes a substantial consumption dyke of probably later date. This dyke, in its original state, may be a pre-crofting feature. <1>

It is not currently possible to accurately map this feature. <2>

Sources/Archives (2)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NG 8510 9150 (40m by 40m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NG89SE
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Civil Parish GAIRLOCH

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Related Investigations/Events (1)

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