MHG62854 - Possible charcoal burning platform - Ardmolich, Moidart
Summary
A possible charcoal burning platform at Ardmolich, Moidart.
Type and Period (2)
- PLATFORM (Unknown date)
- CHARCOAL BURNING PLATFORM? (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A possible charcoal burning platform at Ardmolich, Moidart.
The feature was recorded by AOC Archaeology Group during a pre-felling walkover survey of Ardmolich Wood in 2016: A circular flat platform cut into the natural slope at the back and stone revetted at the front (north) side. Measures c. 6m E-W by 5m N-S. Revetment consists of large angular stone boulders c. 0.5x0.5m. Some trees growing on platform. <1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NM 7129 7148 (20m by 20m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM77SW |
| Civil Parish | ARISAIG AND MOIDART |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
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Related Investigations/Events (1)
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