Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Bretta Ness, Crannog
Bretta Ness, Crannog — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Bretta Ness, Crannog 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
Bretta Ness, Crannog is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. It features the remains of a crannog, a type of ancient loch dwelling. The site is significant for its insights into early settlement patterns in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1816, -3.0559
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2PS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: way/1387490241 (ODbL)
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Knowe of Lingro - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic)
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bretta Ness, Crannog?
- Bretta Ness, Crannog is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2PS).
- What is Bretta Ness, Crannog?
- Bretta Ness, Crannog — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bretta Ness, Crannog?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2PS.
- Is Bretta Ness, Crannog free to visit?
- Yes, Bretta Ness, Crannog is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bretta Ness, Crannog?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2PS. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.