| Tidal state |
Low |
| Site located? |
Yes |
| Proximity to coast edge |
11-50m |
| Coastally eroding? |
not eroding |
| Coastal defence |
Yes |
| Threats |
vegetation growth; development |
| Other threats |
The whole area has been landscaped to provide a level area in front of the houses to the north of it. |
| Visibility above ground |
Highly visible (substantial remains) |
| Access |
easily accessible - no restrictions |
| Local knowledge |
is well known |
| Description |
In front of the row of cottages to west of Littleferry pier there is an extensive area of shell-rich soil. This extends approx 50 metres along the coastline. There is no obvious discrete accumulation of shells that could easily be called a midden. Perhaps this area is an old raised beach? |
| Comments |
None |
