MHG62322 - Clearance cairn - South Dalchork, Lairg

Summary

Clearance cairn at South Dalchork

Type and Period (1)

  • CLEARANCE CAIRN (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

In June 2015, a walkover survey was undertaken by Anne Coombs on behalf of the Forestry Commission Scotland to identify and demarcate archaeological sites in advance of the clear felling of a conifer plantation.

Site 1; A large clearance cairn was found beside the burn. It was marked with gps and taped and photographed. <1>

Note: Site not visible on aerial photographs so location approximate. (T. Blackie 17/08/21)

Sources/Archives (1)

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NC 5740 0953 (6m by 6m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NC50NE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Civil Parish LAIRG

Finds (0)

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Investigations/Events (1)

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