MHG59866 - Cave, wall, Western Rhu Peninsula
Summary
Cave and wall at Western Rhu Peninsula
Type and Period (2)
- CAVE (Unknown date)
- WALL (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 31. A deep dry cave with a flat floor – low entrance slightly blocked by a low wall facing NNE. Underneath c. eight inches of soil composed of sheep dung. <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 6132 8466 (10m by 10m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM68SW |
| Civil Parish | ARISAIG AND MOIDART |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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