Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Backaskaill, Broch
Backaskaill, Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Adam Ward — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Backaskaill, Broch is a archaeological located in scotland-islands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Backaskaill is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. It features a broch, a type of ancient drystone structure, notable for its historical significance in understanding Iron Age architecture and settlement patterns in Scotland. The site offers insights into the region's prehistoric past.
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- Coordinates
- 59.2379, -2.6301
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2BJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/12854230285 (ODbL)
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Piers · 1.8 km
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Bea Loch
Lakes · 2.2 km
Ayres Rock Hostel & Campsite
Campsites · 2.2 km
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Hostels · 2.3 km
Kettletoft Bay
Natural landmarks · 2.7 km
Pool Bay
Natural landmarks · 2.8 km
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Backaskaill Bay
Backaskaill Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Backaskaill Bay,Cross Parish Church
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Boloquoy Mill, Sanday
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📷 4Where to eat & stay near Backaskaill, Broch
Places to stay
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📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
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📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Backaskaill, Broch?
- Backaskaill, Broch is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2BJ).
- What is Backaskaill, Broch?
- Backaskaill, Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Backaskaill, Broch?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2BJ.
- Is Backaskaill, Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Backaskaill, Broch is free to enter.
- How do I get to Backaskaill, Broch?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2BJ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.