MHG659372 - Structure - Loch Eriboll (E)
Summary
A large area of cultivation rigs and an associated field-dyke.
Type and Period (1)
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.
A sub-rectangular structure that is located on the landward edge of the cobble storm beach. This structure measures 2 m E-W by 2.5 m N-S and has an adjoining bank running east from the NE corner. The structure itself is defined partially by turf banks and partially by stone. There is a large quantity of stone visible on top but this seems to be either thrown up by wave action or a later piling up of stones on top of the site. The south side of this structure is being badly eroded by the sea. <1>
NGR adjusted based on 1999-2001 vertical aerial photographs. <2>
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 123 Site 41.
- <2> SHG28725 Image/Photograph(s)/Aerial Photograph/Vertical: Get Mapping. 2020. Getmapping aerial photography 2020. XY
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 4499 5956 (12m by 13m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC45NW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | DURNESS |
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