MHG58139 - Fish Traps - Ardarroch
Summary
Two fish traps and a possible third identified from aerial photography at Ardarroch.
Type and Period (1)
- FISH TRAP (Medieval to 19th Century - 1058 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Two fish traps were identified from aerial photography. The first is smaller and very narrow, closer to the shoreline. The second is much larger and wider, curving around the first further out to sea, extending half way across the bay and possibly continuing to curve inwards towards the shore line.
A possible third fish trap is also visible immediately south of the other two. Is is very wide and curves inwards towards the shore. It likely either of poorer construction than the others or natural. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 8381 3949 (98m by 180m) (3 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG83NW |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | LOCHCARRON |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (0)
External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/314575/ardarroch (Link to HES Canmore record)
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