Field Visit
Date 1991 - 1999
Event ID 552661
Category Recording
Type Field Visit
Permalink http://canmore.org.uk/event/552661
Recorded during survey of deserted settlements; records are held in the Bute Museum.
Sponsor: Bute Antiq Natur Hist Soc; St Andrews Heritage Services.
Hannah and Proudfoot 1994.
NS 0798 5868 Site 49 Birgidale Heich Butt
On the north side of the track called Lord James’ Ride, opposite the junction leading to Drumreoch, are the foundations of a double cottage, with an H-shaped byre range to the rear, and a garden with fruit trees. These were two of the five Birgidale Butts occupied in the mid 19th century.
Proudfoot and Hannah 2000
NS 0798 5868 Settlement remains: Located on N side of Lord James' Ride, at junction to Drumreoch. There are 2 ruined cottages and gardens. These are 2 of the 5 Birgidale Butts of the 19th century.
Information from Bute Natural History Society Deserted Settlement Survey (1991-9)
(RCAHMS WP000273)
