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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands

Old Petty Motte

In or near Westhill.

Free admission

Old Petty Motte — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Commonwealth War Graves and ancient motte and bailey - geograph.org.uk - 4882236

Dave Thompson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Inverness Airport · 3.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Old Petty Motte 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

Old Petty Motte is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It consists of a motte, a type of earthwork mound, which is indicative of medieval fortifications. The site provides insight into the historical landscape and settlement patterns of the region.

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

Coordinates
57.5213, -4.1083
District
Highland
Postcode
IV2 7JH
Parliamentary constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
Nearest railway station
Inverness Airport3.4 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Old Petty Motte?
Old Petty Motte is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV2 7JH).
What is Old Petty Motte?
Old Petty Motte — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Old Petty Motte?
The nearest railway station is Inverness Airport, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV2 7JH.
Is Old Petty Motte free to visit?
Yes, Old Petty Motte is free to enter.
How do I get to Old Petty Motte?
The nearest railway station is Inverness Airport, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV2 7JH.