Monument record 10539 - ECC 8.12 Sidhean Ard na Clibhe

Summary

Navigation cairn

Location

Grid reference NB 40021 19937 (point)
Map sheet NB41NW
Island Lewis
Parish LOCHS, Western Isles

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Type and Period (2)

Full Description

"Situated on the high ground to the north-west of Loch Dubh at the summit of Sidhean Ard na Clibhe this cairn measures 0.5 metres in diameter and stands to 0.75 metres tall. While it is not particularly large it is made prominent by the inclusion of a small upright stone or orthostat at its centre. This cairn appears to be located to provide a clear line of sight of navigation for boats travelling through the southern reaches of Loch Erisort, and through the western extents of the passage between the south shore of the loch and Eilean Chalium Cille." (Burgess 2004, 166)


Chris Burgess, Northamptonshire Archaeology, 2004, Archaeological Survey and Evaluation of Eilean Chalium Chille and the Putative Site of the Seaforth Head Castle (Unpublished document). SWE41054.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • --- Unpublished document: Chris Burgess, Northamptonshire Archaeology. 2004. Archaeological Survey and Evaluation of Eilean Chalium Chille and the Putative Site of the Seaforth Head Castle. Loch Seaforth Head Gazeteer.

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Aug 5 2004 3:45PM

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