MHG60163 - Building - south-west of Tòrr Mòr, Rhu
Summary
Footings of a building south-west of Tòrr Mòr, Rhu
Type and Period (3)
- KALE YARD? (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- BUILDING (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- WALL (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A walkover survey of the area south-west of Tòrr Mòr was undertaken in 2014 by Rough Bounds Archaeology et al.
Site 6. Footings of a building c.8 x 4 mtrs– possible dwelling long side facing N/S but entrance unclear southern wall extends west towards a crag possibly indicating a kale yard. Building backed by low crag and the Hill of Tòrr Mòr protecting it from the north. Hills on the far side of the glen protecting it from the worst of the south-westerlies. <1>
NGR adjusted based on 2012 aerial photographs. <2>
Sources/Archives (2)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NM 6318 8548 (19m by 12m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM68NW |
| Civil Parish | ARISAIG AND MOIDART |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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