Building record MAB17964 - UPPER BALBLAIR
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Summary
The remains of what was originally considered to be a clearance cairn can now be seen to be the remains of a hut circle of approximately 11 m diameter following clearance by the Forestry Commission.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 7017 0701 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ70NW |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Midmar |
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
The remains of what was originally considered to be a clearance cairn can now be seen to be the remains of a hut circle of approximately 11 m diameter following clearance by the Forestry Commission. The fact that some of the stones from it appear to have been heaped up into a cairn begs the suggestion that the clearance cairns, lying predominantly to the south and west of it, might relate to a subsequent period of site use. Its siting is slightly unusual, being set on the crest of a hill. There may be indications of slight dykes between the cairns, but this is not at present certain. Information from C. Shepherd, Forestry Commission.
ARCHAEOLOGY SCOTLAND, 2009, DISCOVERY & EXCAVATION IN SCOTLAND, VOL 9, 2008, p.26 (Bibliographic reference). SAB3496.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ70NW0137;
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Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB3496 Bibliographic reference: ARCHAEOLOGY SCOTLAND. 2009. DISCOVERY & EXCAVATION IN SCOTLAND, VOL 9, 2008. Y. p.26.
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Record last edited
Nov 14 2025 9:49AM
