What is a crannog?

In the waters of Loch Tay there are 18 strange mounds, some of which are wholly submerged. These ancient loch dwellings, known as crannogs, were originally timber-built roundhouses supported on piles. Today they appear as tree-covered islands or submerged stony mounds. They were probably defensive and symbols of status.

For further information, see Crannogs and also the Time Team programme from Loch Migdale, which featured in the 2004 series.

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