Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Broch or ringfort
Broch or ringfort — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Derek Mayes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Broch or ringfort 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
A broch or ringfort is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. These structures date back to the Iron Age and are characterised by their drystone construction, often featuring a circular design. Their purpose remains a subject of study, reflecting the complex societal structures of their time.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0260, -2.8972
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2DX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/12853297702 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Broch or ringfort?
- Broch or ringfort is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2DX).
- What is Broch or ringfort?
- Broch or ringfort — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Broch or ringfort?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2DX.
- Is Broch or ringfort free to visit?
- Yes, Broch or ringfort is free to enter.
- How do I get to Broch or ringfort?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2DX. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.