Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Hawks Ness Broch
In or near Lerwick.
Hawks Ness Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Alan Bowring — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Hawks Ness Broch 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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Place summary
Hawks Ness Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This structure is a type of ancient stone tower, known as a broch, which is notable for its distinctive dry-stone construction. The site offers insight into Iron Age habitation and architecture in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 60.2222, -1.1694
Sources
- osm: way/1356418691 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hawks Ness Broch?
- Hawks Ness Broch is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Hawks Ness Broch?
- Hawks Ness Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Hawks Ness Broch?
- Its coordinates are 60.2222°, -1.1694°.
- Is Hawks Ness Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Hawks Ness Broch is free to enter.