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North Uist, Craonaval

Chambered Cairn (Neolithic)(Possible)

Site Name North Uist, Craonaval

Classification Chambered Cairn (Neolithic)(Possible)

Canmore ID 10285

Site Number NF86SW 42

NGR NF 8382 6275

Datum OSGB36 - NGR

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  • Council Western Isles
  • Parish North Uist
  • Former Region Western Isles Islands Area
  • Former District Western Isles
  • Former County Inverness-shire

Archaeology Notes

NF86SW 42 8382 6275.

Single stone centred 1m high, with stones apparent in surrounding heather; could be rear stone of the chamber of a cairn. Appears to be c 7-10m in diameter. Situated on a spur on the hill, which has been extended, as shown by change of vegetation.

R Stapleton 1980.

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