MHG53998 - Stone dyke, near Shieldaig Farm
Summary
A stretch of stone dyke, fragmentary in places, recorded during walkover survey.
Type and Period (1)
- DYKE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The field to the west of the steading is enclosed by a drystone dyke of single skin construction. This dyke turns west and climbs onto the wooded knoll, becoming broad, spread and consisting of small stones. This may be the remains of the township dyke, or continue NW to become the dyke running along the south boundary of the wood. <1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 8063 7232 (190m by 120m) Estimated from sources. Partially followed MM, partially garnered from site plan |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG87SW |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | GAIRLOCH |
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