Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Knowe of Dale (Prehistoric Burnt Mound)
Knowe of Dale (Prehistoric Burnt Mound) — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Colin Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Knowe of Dale (Prehistoric Burnt Mound) 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
Knowe of Dale is a prehistoric burnt mound located in the Scottish Islands. This archaeological site features evidence of ancient cooking practices, with charred remains and heat-affected stones. It provides insight into the settlement and dietary habits of past communities in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0993, -3.3118
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2NA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Official site
- www.rspb.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/9724848231 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Knowe of Dale (Prehistoric Burnt Mound)?
- Knowe of Dale (Prehistoric Burnt Mound) is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 59.0993°, -3.3118°.
- Is Knowe of Dale (Prehistoric Burnt Mound) free to visit?
- Yes — admission to Knowe of Dale (Prehistoric Burnt Mound) is free.