MHG58633 - Stony Depression - Rudha Beag
Summary
A depression situated in very stony ground. There has been the suggestion that it could be a Neolithic Cairn, but it is likely natural.
Type and Period (2)
- NATURAL FEATURE (Undated)
- CAIRN? (Neolithic to Late Iron Age - 4000 BC? to 560 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A desk-based assessment and walkover survey of Cuil, on the shore of Loch Linnhe, Lochaber, was carried out in 2010 by N Malcolm for RCAHMS' 'Scotland's Rural Past Project'. A circular depression in the ground measured about 2 metres in diameter and about 0.5m deep. It was in a very flat, stony area and likely a natural hollow. However, it has been suggested that it might be a very deteriorated neolithic cairn, but no attempt has been made to clarify the nature of this site. <1> <2>
See link below to HES Canmore record for photo.
Sources/Archives (2)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NM 9732 5557 (40m by 40m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM95NE |
| Civil Parish | LISMORE AND APPIN |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/309221/north-cuil (Link to online HES Canmore record)
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