MHG53986 - Clearance cairn, Garbh-leathad
Summary
Clearance cairn recorded during walkover survey.
Type and Period (1)
- CLEARANCE CAIRN (Early Bronze Age to Late Iron Age - 2400 BC? to 560 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Downslope trending clearance cairn, measuring 5m x 2m x 1m high, with large granite boulders protruding from beneath its cover of moss. It is set 2m from the modern plantation fence.
Interpreted as relating to prehistoric land clearance in the area. <1>
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Map
Location
Grid reference | NC 7614 0973 (point) |
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Map sheet | NC70NE |
Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
Civil Parish | ROGART |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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