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Lochan Nighean Dughaill is a shieling settlement located at the head of Gleann Charadail on the Isle of Eigg in Inverness-shire, Scotland. Shielings of this type represent seasonal pastoral settlements used from the medieval period through the early modern era, typically occupied during summer months when cattle were moved to upland pastures. The site's physical remains reflect the transient nature of shieling occupation, with structures designed for temporary habitation rather than permanent settlement. Such sites are significant for understanding the pastoral economy and land use practices of the Highlands and Islands, demonstrating the relationship between lowland and upland grazing across the annual cycle.
Lochan Nighean Dughaill, shielings at head of Gleann Charadail, Eigg is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11004. View the official record →
Lochan Nighean Dughaill is a shieling settlement located at the head of Gleann Charadail on the Isle of Eigg in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11004.
Lochan Nighean Dughaill, shielings at head of Gleann Charadail, Eigg 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 SM11004.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Loch nam Ban Mora, dun, Eigg (0.7 km), An Sgurr,fort,Eigg (1.4 km), Grulin Uachdrach, depopulated settlement 500m SSW of An Sgurr, Eigg (1.6 km).
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