Building record MAB5046 - FLAGSTAFF HILL
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Summary
Site of stone coffins containing human remains.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 1089 6915 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ16NW |
| Authority | Moray |
| Civil Parish | Duffus |
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Site of stone coffins containing human remains. Various parts of fort have been used for burials. Stones from the ramparts were torn out and used for grave-markers. In every case small white pebbles were arranged in a cross shape in the coffins. Bits of rusty iron were found under these.
YOUNG, HW, 1899, T NORTHERN ASSOC LIT & SS 2, Part 6,10 (Bibliographic reference). SAB2137.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: MOR;
- NMR Card Number: NJ16NW4;
- NRHE Numlink: 16179;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ16NW0004;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/16179 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB2137 Bibliographic reference: YOUNG, HW. 1899. T NORTHERN ASSOC LIT & SS 2. Part 6,10.
Finds (1)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
Record last edited
Jan 13 2026 3:24PM
