Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Islands
North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible)
In or near St Margaret's Hope.
North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible) — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Ian Balcombe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible) is a burial mound 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
North Cairn is a Neolithic burial mound located in the Scottish Islands. This chambered structure is of possible significance, reflecting the region's ancient funerary practices. Its historical context contributes to the understanding of early human activity in Scotland.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 58.8771, -2.8236
Sources
- osm: node/8929019411 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible)?
- North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible) is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible)?
- North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible) — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible)?
- Its coordinates are 58.8771°, -2.8236°.
- Is North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible) free to visit?
- Yes, North Cairn (Chambered, Neolithic - possible) is free to enter.