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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands

Knock Farril Vitrified Fort

In or near Strathpeffer.

Free admission

Knock Farril Vitrified Fort — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Knock Farril Vitrified Fort, archaeological sites in Scottish Highlands

don cload — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Dingwall · 4.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Knock Farril Vitrified Fort 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

Knock Farril Vitrified Fort is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its vitrified stone walls, which date back to the Iron Age, indicating advanced construction techniques of the period. The fort's distinctive features provide insight into ancient defensive strategies and settlement patterns in Scotland.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
57.5918, -4.5028
District
Highland
Postcode
IV15 9TQ
Parliamentary constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Nearest railway station
Dingwall4.8 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Knock Farril Vitrified Fort?
Knock Farril Vitrified Fort is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV15 9TQ).
What is Knock Farril Vitrified Fort?
Knock Farril Vitrified Fort — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Knock Farril Vitrified Fort?
The nearest railway station is Dingwall, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV15 9TQ.
Is Knock Farril Vitrified Fort free to visit?
Yes, Knock Farril Vitrified Fort is free to enter.
How do I get to Knock Farril Vitrified Fort?
The nearest railway station is Dingwall, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV15 9TQ.