MHG55754 - Shielings or clearance cairns - northwest of Loch Hope, Durness

Summary

A small group of earthworks within an enclosure northwest of Loch Hope may be shieling structures or clearance cairns.

Type and Period (2)

  • SHIELING? (Unknown date)
  • CLEARANCE CAIRN? (Unknown date)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A small group of earthworks sen on aerial photos within the larger of two enclosures northwest of Loch Hope (see MHG17915) may be shieling structures or clearance cairns. <1>

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Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NC 4587 5688 (24m by 24m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NC45NE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Civil Parish DURNESS

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