MHG55728 - Possible shieling - Loch Bharranch, Applecross, Wester Ross

Summary

A small oval structure, possibly a shieling, was recorded during a walkover survey of the Coulin Estate in 2011.

Type and Period (1)

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

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A small oval structure, possibly a shieling, was recorded during a walkover survey of the Coulin Estate in 2011. It had been constructed of rough rubble and earth walling and dug into the hillside at the southeast end. It measured internally 3m x 2m with a possible ntrance to the northeast. <1>

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Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NG 98229 57159 (10m by 10m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NG95NE
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Civil Parish APPLECROSS

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