Monument record 10251 - ECC 9.1 Creag Mhor
Summary
Location
Grid reference | NB 38281 21567 (point) |
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Map sheet | NB32SE |
Island | Lewis |
Parish | LOCHS, Western Isles |
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Full Description
"Situated on the north shore of Eilean Chalium Cille, on the north-western side of the summit of Creag Mhor immediately below the cliffs on its north side, this polycellular structure consists of three circular cells, eash measuring 2 metres in diameter, and standing to a maximum height of 1 metre. Arranged in a line from east to west the three cells abut each other and are constructed of drystone walls, each with entrances on their north side. This structure may represent the remains of a sheiling for transhumance or fishing, or possibly may be related to the monastic settlement known to have been sited on the island on its south side." (Burgess 78 and 79).
Chris Burgess, Northamptonshire Archaeology, 2004, Archaeological Survey and Evaluation of Eilean Chalium Chille and the Putative Site of the Seaforth Head Castle (Unpublished document). SWE41054.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SWE41054 Unpublished document: Chris Burgess, Northamptonshire Archaeology. 2004. Archaeological Survey and Evaluation of Eilean Chalium Chille and the Putative Site of the Seaforth Head Castle. Loch Seaforth Head Gazeteer.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jul 21 2004 2:21PM