Monument record 8215 - Balla
Summary
Medieval/ Post Medieval, Stone structure
Location
| Grid reference | NF 79207 11078 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NF71SE |
| Island | Eriskay |
| Parish | SOUTH UIST, Western Isles |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
E 256:
This rectilinear stone structure is orientated from north north-west to south south-east and measures ca 6 x 5 metres. Some stones still seem to be in situ, but most are collapsed/ robbed and since turfed over. Outer wallface is clearest. The structure is situated on a relatively flat ridge on otherwise slight downward slope. Long grass vegetation.
Interpretation: This structure could date to the medieval period, but could also be later. Due to the bad appearance it is uncertain whether it was used as a dwelling site/ transhumance site or had another purpose.
Tessa Engelbrecht, 2000, The Archaeology of Eriskay (Bibliographic reference). SWE41025.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SWE41025 Bibliographic reference: Tessa Engelbrecht. 2000. The Archaeology of Eriskay.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jun 27 2000 12:00AM
