Monument record 9580 - Loch an Dun, Ranish, Lochs
Summary
Probable early shieling
Location
| Grid reference | NB 38964 25765 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NB32NE |
| Island | Lewis |
| Parish | LOCHS, Western Isles |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
The remains of a small oval building, c. 3 x 2m, with entrance to the south, on a slight mound.
MML 13.9.2001
Location: NB 38967 25772 Parish of Lochs - Crossbost - SW of Loch an Dun
Description: Cellular stone building, probably a sheiling, with single entrance facing east. Oval in plan with E/W alignment.
Exterior dimensions: 4.65 m x 3.85m
Interior dimensions: 2.5m x 1.75m.
Walls stone-faced on both sides with earth filling; single course surviving to maximum height of 0.6m.
Margaret Macinnes
for North Lochs Archaeology Class 17.3.2004
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Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Sep 13 2001 12:00AM
