MHG54159 - Ditches, Sutherland Road, Dornoch
Summary
A number of possible ditches were recorded during archaeological evaluation at Sutherland Road, Dornoch. A number of features contained preserved wood.
Type and Period (1)
- DITCH (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A number of ditches recorded during archaeological evaluation, at least one of which was described as substantial. A number of finds from this area (although it is not clear whether from the ditch fill) included remains of preserved wood, stakes, stakes associated with larger timbers. Other possible ditches were recorded.<1>
It is difficult to locate the exact location of these ditches from the report submitted. The extent has been estimated from the site plan. It appears no dateabe material was recovered from the ditches. <2>
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SHG25011 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Garry, N. 12/2008. Proposed Housing Development off Sutherland Road, Dornoch: Results of a Desk-based Assessment and Archaeological Evaluation. Alba Archaeology. Digital (scanned as PDF). Trenches 1-3.
- <2> SHG24799 Verbal Communication: Carey, G. 2010-2011. Comment by Giles Carey, HER Officer.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 7914 8962 (33m by 40m) Approximate extent. Exact extent not clear from sources - approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH78NE |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | DORNOCH |
Finds (1)
- WOOD WORKING WASTE? (Undated)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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