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Barrnacarry millstone quarry is an ancient extractive site located north-north-east of Barrnacarry in Argyllshire, Scotland. The quarry represents evidence of historical stone working, specifically the extraction of material for millstone production, a significant rural industry in medieval and post-medieval Scotland. The site demonstrates the practical exploitation of local geology to supply grinding stones essential to grain processing and domestic economy. The physical remains at the quarry preserve evidence of the extraction techniques and working practices employed by quarrymen in this locality, contributing to understanding of Scotland's quarrying heritage and rural industrial activity.
Barrnacarry,millstone quarry NNE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4024. View the official record →
Barrnacarry millstone quarry is an ancient extractive site located north-north-east of Barrnacarry in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4024.
Barrnacarry,millstone quarry NNE of is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM4024.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Clachan Bridge, cairn 720m SW of (4.7 km), Ardfad Castle (5.3 km), Ardencaple, dun 430m SSW of Camuslaich, Seil (5.8 km).
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