Monument record MWE149978 - Loch Moraibh
Summary
Location
Grid reference | Centred NF 8306 1486 (82m by 68m) |
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Map sheet | NF81SW |
Island | South Uist |
Parish | SOUTH UIST, Western Isles |
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Full Description
Two large grass covered mounds located above the loch. The upper mound has the ruined remains of sub rectangular buildings and a boundary wall, comprising of dry stone construction and originally a likely upper turf wall. The lower mound comprises of an irregular grassy surface, indicative of buried stone structures. Other small unidentified drystone structures are also present, possibly indicating a drystores or a kiln.
The ruins on the site appear to indicate a final phase of settlement circa 1800, its origins are currently unknown. There is evidence of lazy beds in the general surrounding area.
This site would benefit from a more detailed survey.
K.Murphy (Archaeologist CnES) 23/02/2017
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Apr 8 2024 8:54AM