Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Cuween Hill
In or near Finstown.
Cuween Hill — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cuween Hill 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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Official information
Cuween Hill Chambered Cairn is a Neolithic tomb located near Finstown, Orkney, dating back 5,000 years. Visitors can explore this significant archaeological site, which showcases the burial practices and architectural sophistication of Scotland's earliest agricultural communities.
Place summary
Cuween Hill is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. It features a Neolithic chambered cairn, notable for its historical significance and ancient burial practices. The site provides insights into the prehistoric period in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9973, -3.1081
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2EJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Opening
- Open all year round
- Official site
- www.historicenvironment.scot
Sources
- osm: node/503420302 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cuween Hill?
- Cuween Hill is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2EJ).
- What is Cuween Hill?
- Cuween Hill — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cuween Hill?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2EJ.
- Is Cuween Hill free to visit?
- Yes, Cuween Hill is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cuween Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2EJ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.