MHG55984 - Cairn - Braehour, Halkirk
Summary
A cairn noted by RoCAS during a DBA and walkover survey in 2012 on behalf of the Forestry Commission Scotland.
Type and Period (1)
- CAIRN (Unknown date)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A cairn was noted during a DBA and walkover survey by RoCAS in 2012 on behalf of Forestry Commission Scotland. Located on a rushes- and grass-covered rise was a large and low spread of stone mostly covered by vegetation. It stood up to 1m high at the east-northeast side and measured 15m noth to south by 8m. It was possibly the remains of a prehistoric cairn or field clearance. <1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 1068 5219 (25m by 25m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND15SW |
| Civil Parish | HALKIRK |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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