Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Shorelands, Broch site
Shorelands, Broch site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wick · 3.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Shorelands, Broch site 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
Shorelands is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features the remains of a broch, a type of drystone tower typical of Iron Age Scotland. The site provides insights into ancient settlement patterns and construction techniques in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 58.4719, -3.0908
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 4RL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Nearest railway station
- Wick — 3.4 km
Sources
- osm: node/12862442365 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shorelands, Broch site?
- Shorelands, Broch site is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 4RL).
- What is Shorelands, Broch site?
- Shorelands, Broch site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Shorelands, Broch site?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode KW1 4RL.
- Is Shorelands, Broch site free to visit?
- Yes, Shorelands, Broch site is free to enter.
- How do I get to Shorelands, Broch site?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 4RL.