MHG53867 - Cairn, Gilbert's Hill
Summary
A cairn, recorded during walkover survey. Its construction suggests it is not a clearance cairn and may be prehistoric in origin.
Type and Period (1)
- CAIRN (Bronze Age - 2400 BC? to 551 BC?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A cairn of football sized boulders, set on top of a short heather-covered, natural knoll in an uncleared area. This would appear to have some significance compared with other clearance cairns situated locally. <1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | NC 8425 0730 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC80NW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
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