Earthwork record MAB44209 - DILLYMINNEN
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Summary
Remains of promontory fort.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 7291 6474 (115m by 234m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ76SW |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Gamrie |
Type and Period (4)
Full Description
Remains of promontory fort. It appears that that the path to it had been fortified at the mainland extremity by a ditch and mound, the artificiality and defensive nature of which are clear. There is a shallow pit on top which appears to be the remains of a small building which was probably attached to a vague, slightly rectangular building foundation on the north, although heavily turfed, walling foundation is visible on the west side (NJ 7290 6469) of the narrow cliff-top isthmus. Excavation was carried out by the University of Aberdeen in 2019. A large stone wall along with bones and charcoal were recorded.
BBC NEWS WEBSITE, , BBC NEWS WEBSITE, 03/07/19 (Bibliographic reference). SAB3784.
HUNTER, J, 1868, PSAS 7(1867-8) 465-9, 465-9 (Bibliographic reference). SAB731.
FORBES, W, 1897, T BANFF FC (1892-7) 10, 11 (Bibliographic reference). SAB538.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- NMR Card Number: NJ76SW7;
- NRHE Numlink: 19301;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ76SW0007;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/19301 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (3)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
Record last edited
Mar 28 2024 11:54AM
