MHG56656 - Two structures - Ben Hiant, Bourblaige, Ardnamurchan

Summary

Two ruined structures on the south east slope of Ben Hiant overlooking Bourblaige, Ardnamurchan.

Type and Period (2)

  • STRUCTURE (Unknown date)
  • SHIELING (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

Two stone structures. The first was slightly boat-shaped with a large rock in the middle. Possibly two back-to-back shieling huts. The second structure was also stone built, circular in shape with an annex possibly an animal fold or shieling hut. <1>

The site was visited and photographed by Jon Haylett on the 13th of November 2013. <1>

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Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NM 5452 6279 (23m by 33m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NM56SW
Civil Parish ARDNAMURCHAN
Geographical Area LOCHABER

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