MHG65837 - Structure - Burragaig
Summary
A sub-rectangular scoop.
Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A rapid coastal zone assessment survey was conducted by GUARD in the Autumn of 1997 commissioned by Historic Scotland from the Viking and Early Settlement Archaeological Research Project based at the University of Glasgow.
On the grassed cliffs, 8 m south of the modern fence is a sub-rectangular scoop which measures 9 m NNW-SSE by 6 m with sides sloping at a c 55 ° angle to a flat base 7 m by 3 m. There is a an apparent stone-facing visible at the NE side of this feature and further stone detectable through probing along the sides. This site is located 3.5 m SW of a large boulder that is 2 m by 2.5 m across, beneath which can be seen angular stones which seem to be acting as a base for it. Although this may be part of a defensive installation, there is no sign of modern disturbance or modern building materials. <1>
NGR adjusted based on 2020 vertical aerial photographs. <2>
Note: NGR in report incorrect. (TB 6/5/26)
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SHG21099 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Brady, K. & Morris, C.D.. 1997. North Sutherland Survey: Coastal Zone Assessment Kyle of Durness to Torrisdale Bay. Glasgow University (GUARD). 30/01/1998. . p.65 Site 2.
- <2> SHG28725 Image/Photograph(s)/Aerial Photograph/Vertical: Get Mapping. 2020. Getmapping aerial photography 2020. XY
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 4042 6933 (11m by 12m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC46NW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | DURNESS |
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Related Investigations/Events (1)
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