Monument record 10375 - ECC 39.3 Cnoc Dubh
Summary
Location
Grid reference | NB 41031 20823 (point) |
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Map sheet | NB42SW |
Island | Lewis |
Parish | LOCHS, Western Isles |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
"Situated at the foot of a cliff on the southern slopes of Cnoc Dubh overlooking Camas Thormaid the remains of this structure consist of an L-shaped stone faced, earthen cored wall that runs south for 3 metres then east for 3 metres to form a small enclosure against a large natural bedrock boulder to the north. This substantial structure is located inconspicuously within the landscape and is similar in form to several other sites located to the north-west (39.1 and 39.2) that have been provisionally interpreted as stills. Equally this site may be a form of sheiling as it is located with excellent views over much of the lower slopes of Cnoc Dubh." (Burgess 2004, 132)
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2004, Archaeological Survey and Evaluation of Eilean Chalium Chille and the Putative Site of the Seaforth Head Castle (Unpublished document).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- --- SWE41054 Unpublished document: Chris Burgess, Northamptonshire Archaeology. 2004.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
Aug 2 2004 2:36PM