Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Islands
Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower
Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower is a burial mound 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
Cairn, also known as Sweyn's Watch Tower, is a burial mound located in the Scottish Islands. It is thought to have Viking origins, distinguishing it from other burial sites in the region. The site's historical significance adds to the intrigue of its ancient purpose.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0847, -2.9625
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2TY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/9317936565 (ODbL)
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Archaeological sites · 1.5 km
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Archaeological sites · 2.8 km
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Historic churches · 2.8 km
Bay of Stromnesstaing
Natural landmarks · 2.9 km
Wass Wick
Natural landmarks · 3.1 km
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Russness Bay
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📷 5Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Millburn Bay
Millburn Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Gairsay
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📷 3📷 3Castles · Scottish Islands
Langskaill House, Gairsay
Langskaill House, Gairsay — architectural structure in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
Where to eat & stay near Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower
Places to stay
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📷 5Hotels · Scottish Islands
Balfour Castle
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower?
- Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2TY).
- What is Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower?
- Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2TY.
- Is Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower free to visit?
- Yes, Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cairn (possible Viking) aka Sweyn's Watch Tower?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2TY. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.