MHG59623 - Feature, Tòrr a’Bheithe, Rhu
Summary
Feature in surrounding rigs, Tòrr a’Bheithe, Rhu
Type and Period (2)
- STRUCTURE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- RIG AND FURROW (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Tòrr a’Bheithe is a settlement of nine sub-rectangular ruins with at least some walling and another similar eight features with only signs of footings. Marked as old shielings on the modern OS maps, this was once, however, a permanent settlement with remains of several enclosure walls and a possible corn kiln It was surveyed in 2012 by Rough Bounds Archaeology et al.
Site 7. Built feature possibly predating surrounding rigs/cultivation. <1>
Note; Site not visible on aerial photographs so location approximate. (T. Blackie 20/2/19)
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NM 6453 8414 (4m by 4m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM68SW |
| Civil Parish | ARISAIG AND MOIDART |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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