MHG53680 - Site of house, Forss Wind farm
Summary
The site of a house, surviving as an earthwork with discernable gable mounds and wall edges, was noted during a walkover survey. It is suggested that this building and associated features represent the remains of the township of Borrowstone.
Type and Period (1)
- HOUSE PLATFORM (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The site of a house was noted during walkover survey, at the western boundary of Forss wind farm. It lies in the corner of an enclosure marked by turf boundary banks. Gable mounds and wall edges could be discerned. The building earthworks sit on a mound that appears to accreted material from earlier building phases. It is suggested that this building and associated features represent the remains of the township of Borrowstone. <1> <2>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 0172 6952 (30m by 30m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND06NW |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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