Building record MAB3170 - ROCHULN ROCKS
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Summary
Remains of at least 212 heather-covered cairns, measuring from 2 m to 8 m in diameter and up to 0.8 m in height, revealed in heather burning.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 0690 4617 (327m by 517m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ04NE |
| Authority | Moray |
| Civil Parish | Dallas |
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Remains of at least 212 heather-covered cairns, measuring from 2 m to 8 m in diameter and up to 0.8 m in height, revealed in heather burning. Fragmentary banks or linear clearance heaps are interspersed around the fringes of the cairns. Recorded by the Royal Commission, 4th July 1991. Hut circles on south west side (NJ04NE0005, NJ04NE0006). Hut circle with stony bank and pit at the north end (NJ04NE0007, NJ04NE0008). Sub-square pit on the east side (NJ04NE0018). Furrows, possibly the remains of cord rig, towards the south (NJ04NE0017).
SHEPHERD, IAG, 1989, DES,24, 24 (Bibliographic reference). SAB1869.
Dec 6 1988 , IG 2-5, IG 2-5 (Ground Photograph). SAB33591.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: MOR;
- NMR Card Number: NJ04NE3;
- NRHE Numlink: 69338;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ04NE0002;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/69338 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Aug 4 2020 4:42PM
