Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Highlands
Cairn Of Elsay Broch
Cairn Of Elsay Broch — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wick · 2.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cairn Of Elsay Broch is a burial mound 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
The Cairn Of Elsay Broch is a burial mound located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its historical significance as a site of ancient burial practices. The structure reflects the region's rich archaeological heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 58.4518, -3.0517
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 4SB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Nearest railway station
- Wick — 2.9 km
Sources
- osm: way/1385337617 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairn Of Elsay Broch?
- Cairn Of Elsay Broch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 4SB).
- What is Cairn Of Elsay Broch?
- Cairn Of Elsay Broch — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cairn Of Elsay Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode KW1 4SB.
- Is Cairn Of Elsay Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Cairn Of Elsay Broch is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cairn Of Elsay Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 4SB.