MHG58928 - Barge - Clachnaharry Sea Loch Basin, Caledonian Canal
Summary
The wreck of a boat is situated on the outside of the Kessock bank of the Clachnaharry basin. It is said to be one of two old coal barges.
Type and Period (1)
- FINDSPOT (18th Century to 19th Century - 1701 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The wreck of a boat is situated on the outside of the Kessock bank of the Clachnaharry basin. The rotting timbers of the vessel are seen only at low tide and are covered in seaweed. It is 35m long by 5m width and said to be one of two old coal barges.
Information from the Scottish Canals recording project (MM)November 2012
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 6483 4664 (28m by 15m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH64NW |
| Civil Parish | INVERNESS AND BONA |
| Geographical Area | INVERNESS |
Finds (1)
- BOAT (18th Century to 19th Century - 1701 AD to 1900 AD)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (0)
External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/330435 (Link to online HES Canmore record)
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