MHG53939 - Clearance cairn, Sciberscross
Summary
A clearance cairn recorded during walkover survey, potentially related to prehistoric land clearance.
Type and Period (1)
- CLEARANCE CAIRN (Early Bronze Age to Late Iron Age - 2400 BC? to 560 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
5m diameter clearance cairn set in deep heather-covered area, with a few stones visible on its S side. It stands 1m high and has grass at its base and is topped with heather.
Interpreted as related to the clearance of land in the Bronze/Iron Age, possibly associated with the prehistoric hut circle settlement across this area. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | NC 7676 1011 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC71SE |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | ROGART |
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Related Investigations/Events (1)
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