Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Broch or Roundhouse
In or near Finstown.
Broch or Roundhouse — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Christopher Hilton — 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 Roundhouse 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
The Broch or Roundhouse is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. These structures are characteristic of Iron Age Scotland, serving as both dwellings and defensive fortifications. Their unique drystone construction is notable for its thickness and height, reflecting the advanced building techniques of the era.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0719, -3.0043
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2EZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/12853983196 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Broch or Roundhouse?
- Broch or Roundhouse is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2EZ).
- What is Broch or Roundhouse?
- Broch or Roundhouse — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Broch or Roundhouse?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2EZ.
- Is Broch or Roundhouse free to visit?
- Yes, Broch or Roundhouse is free to enter.
- How do I get to Broch or Roundhouse?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2EZ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.