MHG54332 - Bedrock formation, Loch Garve
Summary
A highly visible rock outcrop.
Type and Period (2)
- NATURAL FEATURE (Undated)
- ROCK SHELTER? (Unknown date)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Situated at 97m OD, a highly visible boulder erratic and outcrop feature appears like a small rock shelter; the centre of the outcrop forms a small enclosed chamber-there is evidence of animal occupation but no evidence of human usage; heavily overgrown with bracken and heather.
Although deeply overgrown, close examination of this intriguing natural feature showed that the centre of the outcrop formed a 0.7m-wide tomb-like chamber open to the west side. Although there was no visible evidence of human occupation or markings, there was recent evidence of animal dens and disturbance. It is intriguing as a natural landmark and possible ritual site because of its prominent location in the landscape and natural chamber. <1><2>
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SHG25227 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Peteranna, M.. 09/2010. Garve to Strathpeffer Water Main Line Renewal: Archaeological Walkover Survey. West Coast Archaeological Services. Digital. Site 7.
- <2> SHG25228 Collection/Project Archive: Peteranna, M. 09/2010. Garve to Strathpeffer Water Main Line Renewal: Archaeological Walkover Survey. West Coast Archaeological Services. Digital. Site 7.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | NH 4184 5970 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH45NW |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | CONTIN |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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