Monument record MWE149909 - Arnish

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Grid reference Centred NB 41394 31590 (86m by 51m)
Map sheet NB43SW
Island Lewis
Parish LOCHS, Western Isles

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Large grassy mound surrounded by sloping heather moorland. Situated on the eastern end of a rocky knoll above a stream, with impressive views of Stornoway bay to the east. This site is heavily obscured by grass, however it comprises of at least 4 circular stone structures with an additional outlying structure further down slope to the east. The site is approximately 10m x 15m. Some internal structural remains are upstanding to approx 0.5m.
This site is not apparent on any maps. It is not clear what this site represents. Its appears more robust than a sheiling site and may represent some form of (possibly) medieval settlement type.
K.Murphy (CnES Archaeologist) December 2018.

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Record last edited

Jun 6 2024 12:15PM

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