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Archaeological Evaluation
Date 7 August 2000 - 18 August 2000
Event ID 652835
Category Recording
Type Archaeological Evaluation
Permalink http://canmore.org.uk/event/652835
NH64SE 248 c. 693 417
See also NH64SE 61.
NH 693 417 An archaeological field evaluation was undertaken on the site of a proposed housing development. Three areas were targeted for further evaluation following initial evaluation in 1998 and 1999. Two of the areas yielded little information: a total of four post-holes, a spread of dumped slag and one linear feature were identified.
The results from a third area were more positive. The remains of hearths and pits were sample excavated and 15 sherds of prehistoric pottery were recovered. Given the proximity of this trench to an area of hut circles to the S (NH64SE 61), it is possible that they may be related. A linear feature and some post-holes were also excavated and may be contemporary with the prehistoric features. There was also evidence of later agricultural activity.
A full report has been lodged with the NMRS.
Sponsor: Tulloch Homes Ltd.
S Halliday 2000.
