What is recorded here
In 1942 burnt human bones in a beach deposit were discovered at Portraine. This deposit comprised charcoal and ash interpreted as the remains of a funeral pyre (Mitchell, G. F.1945, 112).
Compiled by: Geraldine Stout
Date of upload: 26 August 2011
A local ancient tomb; wider significance not recorded.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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