MHG57528 - Cairn/possible building, Lower Gleann Meinich
Summary
Cairn/possible building at Lower Gleann Meinich
Type and Period (2)
- BUILDING (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- CAIRN (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Lower Gleann Meinich farmstead and sheepfold (996 – 1000) - centred on NH 2673 5323 - (Nmrs No - NH25SE 0012) This site, recorded by NOSAS in 2007 as part of the Scotland's Rural Past Project is in the lower part of Glen Meinich on the north bank of the river on a gentle slope facing south. It has good relatively fertile ground surrounding but it has been forested; the trees are now felled, but it has been mounded and replanted again. The site comprises 3 buildings a circular sheepfold and an enclosure. A small burn runs through the site.
995 Cairn/Possible building - NH 2605 5352 A spread of stones appears to have a straight edge. <1>
Note; Site not visible on APs (T Blackie 13/12/17)
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 2604 5351 (8m by 8m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH25SE |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | CONTIN |
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