MHG59486 - Shieling mound, Gleann Goibhre, Kilmorack
Summary
Shieling mound at Gleann Goibhre, Kilmorack
Type and Period (1)
- SHIELING MOUND (Medieval to 19th Century - 1058 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The Gleann Goibhre shieling site was surveyed by NOSAS members in 2002 and 2016. The site lies to the south of the Allt Goibhre, on a north facing terrace at a height of 300m. A pipeline with parallel track traverse the south part of the site and its construction may well have destroyed some features of the site. The site comprises the remains of 34 structures and a possible enclosing bank.
Shieling Mound 20. A sub-rectangular structure c.6m N-S by c.4m externally on a slight grassy mound with a slightly dished centre. The walls are indicated by intermittent stones beneath the turf. One of 2 shielings found to the S of the track this one sits on a flat topped grassy knoll in an area of heather. <1>
NGR adjusted based on 2009 aerial photographs <2>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 4019 4791 (7m by 7m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH44NW |
| Civil Parish | KILMORACK |
| Geographical Area | INVERNESS |
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