MHG64323 - Circular basin - Achany Glen
Summary
A circular basin 4m in diameter by 1.5m deep.
Type and Period (1)
- HOLLOW (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A desk based assessment and rapid walk-over archaeological survey was carried out at Torroble, Lairg by Wordsworth Archaeological Services in 1999.
Site No.3 : A circular basin 4m in diameter by 1.5m deep sits at the E end of a heather-clad ridge at the E end of the moorland enclosure. A few pine trrees grow downslope and one has collapsed adjacent to this feature, partly obscuring it.
Recommendation: This should be left unplanted with an appropriate buffer of c20m f it is proposed to plant this area. A programme of weeding may be necessary to prevent future damage. Ideally the pine should be removed away from this feature. <1>
Note: Site not visible on aerial photographs so location based on grid coordinates. (TB 11/6/25).
Sources/Archives (1)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 5705 0236 (18m by 18m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC50SE |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | CREICH |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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