MHG62349 - Sub-rectangular enclosure - Raemore Wood, Lairg
Summary
Remains of a sub-rectangular enclosure in Raemore Wood, Lairg.
Type and Period (2)
- ENCLOSURE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- DYKE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
In July 2015, a walkover survey was undertaken at Raemore Wood, Lairg by Anne Coombs on behalf of the Forestry Commission Scotland to identify and demarcate archaeological sites in advance of pre-stocking operations.
Site 6; A stone and turf dyke appears to be part of a sub-rectangular enclosure but was not followed to its full extent. The dyke does not appear on any maps so it may have gone out of use by the time of the 1st Edition OS map of 1843-82. The majority of the visible dyke was marked by high tree stumps c.5m from the edge of the site. <1>
Note: Site not visible on aerial photographs so location approximate. (T. Blackie 30/08/21)
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 5488 0457 (44m by 44m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC50SW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | LAIRG |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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