MHG61780 - Medieval/post-medieval farmstead and enclosure - Shebster

Summary

The remains of a probable medieval/post-medieval farmstead and enclosure at Shebster.

Type and Period (2)

  • FARMSTEAD (Medieval to 18th Century - 1058 AD? to 1800 AD?)
  • LONGHOUSE (Medieval to 18th Century - 1058 AD? to 1800 AD?)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

The remains of a probable medieval/post-medieval farmstead and enclosure at Shebster.

A possible medieval/post-medieval farmstead identified in LiDAR data gathered by AOC Archaeology in 2011 as part of the mitigation for the visual impact on the archaeological landscape associated with the proposed Baillie Hill windfarm, Caithness. Possible rectilinear enclosure or longhouse structure, measuring approx 30m in length and oriented WNW/ESE. Possibly associated with Duncan's Well, Leans of Shebster (MHG32206). <1>

The site is also visible on 2009 vertical APs. <2>

Sources/Archives (2)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred ND 0130 6371 (57m by 46m) (2 map features)
Map sheet ND06SW
Civil Parish REAY
Geographical Area CAITHNESS

Finds (0)

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Investigations/Events (1)

External Links (1)

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