Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Brough Head Broch
Brough Head Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Colin Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Brough Head 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
Brough Head Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This ancient structure is a type of drystone tower typical of Iron Age Scotland, reflecting the region's historical significance. The broch is notable for its well-preserved remains, offering insights into early Scottish habitation and architecture.
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- Coordinates
- 59.8845, -1.2831
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE3 9JP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/12830321131 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Brough Head Broch?
- Brough Head Broch is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE3 9JP).
- What is Brough Head Broch?
- Brough Head Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Brough Head Broch?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE3 9JP.
- Is Brough Head Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Brough Head Broch is free to enter.
- How do I get to Brough Head Broch?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE3 9JP. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.