MHG55665 - Post-medieval shieling hut or pen - Braon a' Mheallain, Bracadale, Skye
Summary
A shieling hut or pen was recorded during a walkover survey by West Coast Archaeological Services in 2012 at Braon a' Mheallain, Bracadale, Skye, prior to a proposed woodland creation scheme.
Type and Period (2)
- SHIELING HUT (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
- PEN (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A shieling hut or pen was recorded during a walkover survey by West Coast Archaeological Services in 2012 at Braon a' Mheallain, Bracadale, Skye, prior to a proposed woodland creation scheme. The structure was constructed of large boulders measuring 5m NW-SE by 3.5m over walls 0.6m and 0.5m high. 0.7m wide with an entrance to the south-east. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 39289 41063 (6m by 4m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG34SE |
| Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
| Civil Parish | BRACADALE |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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