MHG55715 - Post-medieval house - Glen Bracadale, Bracadale, Skye

Summary

A post-medieval house was recorded during a walkover survey by West Coast Archaeological Services in 2012 at Glen Bracadale, Bracadale, Skye, prior to a proposed woodland creation scheme.

Type and Period (1)

  • HOUSE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A post-medieval house was recorded during a walkover survey by West Coast Archaeological Services in 2012 at Glen Bracadale, Bracadale, Skye, prior to a proposed woodland creation scheme. Part of the Glen Bracadale township.

The grass- and moss-covered turf / stone building measured 12m N-S by 5.5m over walls spread to 2-2.5m and up 0.4m high. There was a possible entrance in the south end of the building and a stone clearance cairn (see MHG55717) inside the building. <1>

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Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NG 37515 39340 (5m by 11m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NG33NE
Geographical Area SKYE AND LOCHALSH
Civil Parish BRACADALE

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Related Investigations/Events (1)

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