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Shapinsay, Banks Of Veniver

Settlement (Period Unassigned)

Site Name Shapinsay, Banks Of Veniver

Classification Settlement (Period Unassigned)

Canmore ID 3133

Site Number HY52SW 11

NGR HY 5279 2168

Datum OSGB36 - NGR

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  • Council Orkney Islands
  • Parish Shapinsay
  • Former Region Orkney Islands Area
  • Former District Orkney
  • Former County Orkney

Archaeology Notes

HY52SW 11 5279 2168

What is possibly an old quoy or homestead site is formed against the shoreline by a low bank, now spread to a width of 2m; horseshoe-shaped on plan, it measures 19m from E to W and 14m transversely. (OR 1082)

RCAHMS 1987, visited July 1984

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