Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Dun Phail, Broch
Dun Phail, Broch — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Helmsdale · 1.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Dun Phail, Broch is a archaeological 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
Dun Phail is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features a broch, a type of drystone tower characteristic of Iron Age Scotland. The site provides insight into ancient construction techniques and the social structure of the period.
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- Coordinates
- 58.1028, -3.6729
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW8 6HJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Nearest railway station
- Helmsdale — 1.8 km
Sources
- osm: way/1389334506 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dun Phail, Broch?
- Dun Phail, Broch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KW8 6HJ).
- What is Dun Phail, Broch?
- Dun Phail, Broch — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Dun Phail, Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Helmsdale, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode KW8 6HJ.
- Is Dun Phail, Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Dun Phail, Broch is free to enter.
- How do I get to Dun Phail, Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Helmsdale, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KW8 6HJ.