Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Borrowston Broch
Borrowston Broch — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wick · 8.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Borrowston Broch is a archaeological located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Borrowston Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. This ancient structure is a type of drystone tower, characteristic of Iron Age architecture in Scotland. Its historical significance lies in its representation of early Scottish settlement and defensive strategies.
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- Coordinates
- 58.3751, -3.1492
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 5TX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Nearest railway station
- Wick — 8 km
Sources
- osm: way/1385324066 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Borrowston Broch?
- Borrowston Broch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 5TX).
- What is Borrowston Broch?
- Borrowston Broch — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Borrowston Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 8.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode KW1 5TX.
- Is Borrowston Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Borrowston Broch is free to enter.
- How do I get to Borrowston Broch?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 5TX. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.