Document record MAB51471 - PRIESTWELL, PITTYVAICH, DUFFTOWN
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Summary
Site of a house, built on the site of earlier buildings.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 3225 3916 (108m by 101m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ33NW |
| Authority | Moray |
| Civil Parish | Mortlach |
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Priestwell Villa was built in 1895, designed by a Mr Alcock (possibly John Alcock) for Charles J. Macpherson, Solicitor. The 1st edition OS map shows three buildings on the site where the house was built. Historic tax rolls show the land was valued at £4.6.11 in 1912. It is alleged that in forming the foundations for Priestwell, human remains and various coins were found. No further information on this.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: MOR;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ33NW0117;
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Finds (3)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
May 27 2026 9:16AM
