MHG13099 - Cathair a' Chnocain
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A small knoll. The name means 'Seat of the Hillock'
OS 1875: Object Name Book: Sutherland 1 p.230
"Cathair", in NW Scotland, means a small mound or "fairy seat" and not "fort" as in other parts.
Watson, W.J.: 1926l Celtic Place Names of Scotland: p.222
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| Grid reference | Centred NC 2099 1070 (30m by 30m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC21SW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | ASSYNT |
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