Monument record 13987 - Ard Mhidhinis, Barra

Summary

Stone ring

Location

Grid reference NF 7047 0367 (point)
Map sheet NF70SW
Island Barra
Parish BARRA, Western Isles

Map

Type and Period (2)

Full Description

Centred on NF 7047 0366
Covering the top of a low hill are the remains of a ?ring of spaced stones, particularly on the west side. Tallest stone is 0.75m high. Diameter of ring estimated at 38m. In the centre is a low circular green mound devoid of heather, 14m in diameter, with a perimeter of small, deeply embedded stones up to 0.55m long, almost flush with the ground, particularly to the west.
Knott 2001, 25


Carol Knott, 2001, Barra & Vatersay Survey, Western Isles (Unpublished document). SWE41119.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • --- Unpublished document: Carol Knott. 2001. Barra & Vatersay Survey, Western Isles.

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Feb 9 2007 11:09AM

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