Museums · Scottish Islands
Rousay Heritage Centre
Rousay Heritage Centre — a museum in Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Rousay Heritage Centre is a museum located in Scottish 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
Rousay Heritage Centre is a museum located in the Scottish Islands, postcode KW17. It showcases the history and culture of Rousay, providing insights into local life and heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 59.1306, -2.9871
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2PU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Phone
- +44 185 687 3535
- Official site
- www.orkney.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: node/9919574691 (ODbL)
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Trumland Hostel & Campsite — a hostel in scotland islands.
📷 5Historic houses · Scottish Islands
Trumland House
Trumland House — house on Rousay, in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Wildlife reserves · Scottish Islands
Trumland Nature Reserve Walk start (3.3 km return) follow white topped waymarkers - OIC Orkney Walks
Trumland Nature Reserve Walk start (3.3 km return) follow white topped waymarkers - OIC Orkney Walks — a wildlife reserve in Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
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Taversoe Tuick, chambered cairn and nearby remains
Taversoe Tuick, chambered cairn and nearby remains — archaeological site in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
Where to eat & stay near Rousay Heritage Centre
Places to stay
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Trumland Hostel & Campsite
Trumland Hostel & Campsite — a campsite in scotland islands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
Trumland Hostel & Campsite
Trumland Hostel & Campsite — a hostel in scotland islands.
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📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Caravan and Motorhome Club site
Caravan and Motorhome Club site — a caravan park in scotland islands.
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📷 5Hotels · Scottish Islands
Balfour Castle
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rousay Heritage Centre?
- Rousay Heritage Centre is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2PU).
- What is Rousay Heritage Centre?
- Rousay Heritage Centre — a museum in Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Rousay Heritage Centre?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2PU.
- How do I get to Rousay Heritage Centre?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2PU. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.