MHG55661 - Possible post-medieval shieling hut - Ach' an Locha, Bracadale, Skye

Summary

A small possible shieling hut was recorded during a walkover survey by West Coast Archaeological Services in 2012 at Ach' an Locha, Bracadale, Skye, prior to a proposed woodland creation scheme.

Type and Period (1)

  • SHIELING HUT (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A small possible shieling hut was recorded during a walkover survey by West Coast Archaeological Services in 2012 at Ach' an Locha, Bracadale, Skye, prior to a proposed woodland creation scheme. The boulder-built structure had been constructed against a low rock face and measured 4m east-west by 2m wide over walls 0.4m wide and up to 0.3m high. <1>

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Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NG 39243 39935 (5m by 4m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NG33NE
Geographical Area SKYE AND LOCHALSH
Civil Parish BRACADALE

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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Investigations/Events (1)

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