Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Highlands
Cairnquoy, Broch
Cairnquoy, 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 · 4.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cairnquoy, 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
Cairnquoy is a burial mound located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its archaeological significance, representing ancient burial practices. The site offers insight into the region's prehistoric culture.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 58.4101, -3.1466
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 5SF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Nearest railway station
- Wick — 4.5 km
Sources
- osm: way/1389537649 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairnquoy, Broch?
- Cairnquoy, Broch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 5SF).
- What is Cairnquoy, Broch?
- Cairnquoy, Broch — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cairnquoy, Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 4.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode KW1 5SF.
- Is Cairnquoy, Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Cairnquoy, Broch is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cairnquoy, Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 4.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 5SF.