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Structure A is a rectangular building
with two rooms which can be seen straight ahead as you step foot on the
island. This building was excavated in 2001, 2003 and 2005.
Structure B is a small group of inter-related
'cells' or rooms to the left of the bridge. It was excavated in 2006.
Structure C is a sub-rectangular building
that may have two or three rooms which will be excavated in 2007.
Structure D is a large group of inter-related
'cells' or rooms, these may have been used for storage. It is being excavated
in 2006 and 2007.
Structure E is an artificial pond built
to collect fresh water.
Structure F is composed of two slight
hollows in the ground, at the top of a natural ravine called Palla na
Biorlinn, which leads down to the sea. The hollows are of unknown use
and will be investigated in 2007.
Structure G is the remains of a rectangular
castle or tower that has partly collapsed. Traditionally it is known as
Tigh nan Arm. This building was excavated in 2001 and 2005 and will be
excavated in 2006 and 2007.
Structure H is a stone-faced turf wall
that defines the landward side of the island. It may have stood up to
5 or 6 feet in height when built. Sections through this feature will be
excavated in 2007.
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