MHG59943 - Circular feature, Rhumach hill, Rhu
Summary
Circular feature at Rhumach hill, Rhu
Type and Period (2)
- STRUCTURE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- BURIAL CAIRN? (Neolithic to Late Bronze Age - 4000 BC? to 551 BC?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
This survey, undertaken in 2014 by Rough Bounds Archaeology et al, covered the land north and east of Rhumach Hill and south and east of Rhumach Field.
Site 14. A collapsed cleit or even burial cairn with large stones placed behind it as the footings of another built feature, more degraded circular features noted near by. All set against a steep NE facing slope with views of Loch na Ceall. In an area of c.30 x 40 mtrs to the north, south and east with evidence of more cultivation. <1>
Note; Site not visible on aerial photographs so location approximate. (T. Blackie 25/3/19)
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NM 6366 8488 (6m by 6m) (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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