MHG59621 - Cairn, Sandaig, Rhu

Summary

Cairn at Sandaig, Rhu

Type and Period (1)

  • CAIRN (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

Sandaig, overlooking the sea to the south of the peninsula, was a significant settlement of at least eight sub rectangular features and several smaller structures possibly used for storage. It was surveyed in 2012 by Rough Bounds Archaeology et al.

Site 21. Cairn largely covered with vegetation about 1.5 metres high. <1>

Note; Site not visible on aerial photographs so location approximate. (T. Blackie 18/2/19)

Sources/Archives (2)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NM 6538 8485 (3m by 3m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NM68SE
Civil Parish ARISAIG AND MOIDART
Geographical Area LOCHABER

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Related Investigations/Events (1)

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