MHG53599 - Shieling Hut, Gen Suardal, near Dunvegan, Isle of Skye
Summary
About seven huts, all twin cell, were recorded by a member of the public as grassy mounds with some evidence of stone walls still in place. They are not depicted on any mapping.
Type and Period (1)
- SHIELING HUT (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Photographs of a group of shieling huts were forwarded to the HER by a visitor to the website. About seven huts, all twin cell, are visible. They survive as grassy mounds with some evidence of stone walls still in place. They are on open moorland, approximately 2km from the nearest road. <1>
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Map
Location
Grid reference | Centred NG 2560 5164 (100m by 100m) (2 map features) |
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Map sheet | NG25SE |
Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
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