MHG62329 - Clearance cairn - North Dalchork, Lairg
Summary
Clearance cairn at North Dalchork
Type and Period (1)
- CLEARANCE CAIRN (Neolithic to Late Iron Age - 4000 BC? to 560 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.
Clearance cairn. This clearance cairn appears to be associated with the nearby two hut circles (see MHG623327/8). <1>
Note: Site not visible on aerial photographs so location approximate. (T. Blackie 18/08/21)
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SHG28766 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Coombs, A.. 2021. Pre-felling Walkover Survey: South Dalchork June 2015. Anne Coombs. 29/10/2021. Digital. XY
- <1> SHG28772 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Coombs, A.. 2021. Pre-stocking Walkover Survey, North Dalchork: June 2015. Anne Coombs. 29/10/2021. Digital.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 5434 1882 (6m by 6m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC51NW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | LAIRG |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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