MHG55898 - Head dyke - Sand, Gairloch

Summary

A low rubble and turf dyke, probably the head dyke for the pre-crofting township, was noted at Sand, Gairloch, during a walkover survey in 2008 prior to an OHL replacement scheme.

Type and Period (1)

  • HEAD DYKE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A low rubble and turf dyke, probably the head dyke for the pre-crofting township was noted at Sand, Gairloch, during a walkover survey by C Dagg in 2008 prior to an OHL replacement scheme between Aultbea and Dundonnell. Iit was crossed by the new OHL route but was unlikely to be affected. <1>

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Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NG 9105 9104 (209m by 388m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NG99SW
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Civil Parish GAIRLOCH

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