MHG61831 - A longhouse - Shurrery
Summary
A longhouse at Shurrery.
Type and Period (1)
- LONGHOUSE (Medieval to 19th Century - 1058 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A longhouse at Shurrery.
Longhouse, recorded by R Mercer in 1982 during a survey undertaken by the University of Edinburgh, one of several over a number of years in Caithness: FOR 301b: Longhouse: Dimensions: 12m x 6m. Subrectangular structure in very poor condition. Few stones visible. Internal subdivision 2.50m, 5m, and 8m from the S end. Orientation: NNW-SSE 2m N of (a). Associated with Mons. 299, 300, 301, 303, 304, 305, 306, and 312. Elevation: 300' OD. ND 037579. (Figs. 73, 85). <1>
Note: the grid reference for this site in <1> is incorrect. [IS-L 22/06/2020].
Note: the linked Canmore record has an incorrect 1982 survey archive plan site reference number [IS-L 22/06/2020].
GIS spatial data amended in 2020 based on approximate location of feature as seen on 1999-2001 vertical APs. <2>
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SHG2512 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Mercer, R. J. & Hill, P.H.. 1985. Archaeological field survey in northern Scotland: Volume III: 1982-1983. University of Edinburgh. 30/01/1985. Paper and Digital. pp.195-6 Site FOR 311b, Figs. 73 & 85.
- <2> SHG27491 Image/Photograph(s)/Aerial Photograph/Vertical: Get Mapping. 1999-2001. Get Mapping colour vertical aerial photography 1999-2001 (The Millennium Map). XY
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 0366 5796 (15m by 17m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND05NW |
| Civil Parish | REAY |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (2)
External Links (2)
- http://bronzeagecaithness.aocarchaeology.com/lidar/ (View LiDAR data online)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/7721 (View HES Canmore entry for this site)
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