Monument record 8368 - Ben Crakavaig

Summary

Medieval/ Post Medieval, Dyke

Location

Grid reference Centred NF 78383 09927 (10m by 1m)
Map sheet NF70NE
Island Eriskay
Parish SOUTH UIST, Western Isles

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Full Description

E 415:
This dyke is situated approximately 60 metres east and above the coastline. It runs for 10 metres in a westerly direction and is nearly completely turfed over. It stands about 60 cm high, its base is made of stones.
Interpretation: The purpose of this dyke is unknown. It was possibly used within a field system, although no traces of the fields survive.

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Record last edited

Jul 19 2000 12:00AM

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