MHG59865 - Caves, midden, Western Rhu Peninsula
Summary
Caves and midden at Western Rhu Peninsula
Type and Period (2)
- CAVE (Unknown date)
- MIDDEN (Unknown date)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The north western area of the Rhu peninsula is now part of Rhu Farm, stretching west and north to the coast of the main farmhouse to the point at Rhubh’ Arisaig in the north-west corner. It was surveyed in 2013 by Rough Bounds Archaeology et al.
Site 30. Excellent deep dry cave with slightly damp sloping entrance but leading to a raised beach floor sloping gently upwards . Extra light percolating from a fissure in the cave ceiling to the outside higher up on the cliff side. Floor with a deep layer of broken shells indicating a long period of occupation. Another cave with a hidden entrance c.25 mtrs deep and c.5 mtrs wide but no sign of shell midden in the floor. <1>
Note; Site not visible on aerial photographs so location approximate. (T. Blackie 15/3/19)
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NM 6129 8467 (10m by 10m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM68SW |
| Civil Parish | ARISAIG AND MOIDART |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
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