MHG54217 - Turf dyke, Achiltibuie
Summary
An irregular turf dyke recorded during field survey.
Type and Period (1)
- DYKE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Turf dyke recorded during field survey.
This low turf and stone dyke follows an irregular route enclosing the area of possible shieling structures. Where it passes
through wet ground it has almost entirely disappeared but on better drained ground is clearly visible and stands up to 0.4m high. At its closest it is only 10m from the present access track. <1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 0487 0621 (200m by 61m) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC00NW |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | LOCHBROOM |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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