Natural record MAB65660 - CLACH NAN CIOTAG
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Summary
The plaid stone, on the western slopes of Cnoc Lochy.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 1537 2113 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ12SE |
| Authority | Moray |
| Civil Parish | Kirkmichael |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
The plaid stone, on the western slopes of Cnoc Lochy. Traditionally earned its name from a clan skirmish as the place where the clansmen left their plaids and other equipment before the fighting began. Visited by OS in 1966 and declared a natural feature.
GAFFNEY, V, 1976, TOMINTOUL, ITS GLENS & PEOPLE (Bibliographic reference). SAB585.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: MOR;
- NMR Card Number: NJ12SE7;
- NRHE Numlink: 81577;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ12SE0003;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/81577 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB585 Bibliographic reference: GAFFNEY, V. 1976. TOMINTOUL, ITS GLENS & PEOPLE.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Apr 27 2010 12:51PM
