Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Upswall Broch
In or near Baltasound.
Upswall Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Upswall Broch 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
Upswall Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This ancient structure is notable for its well-preserved drystone construction, characteristic of the Iron Age. Brochs are unique to Scotland, reflecting the region's rich historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 60.7469, -0.8276
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9DT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/12833684763 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Upswall Broch?
- Upswall Broch is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9DT).
- What is Upswall Broch?
- Upswall Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Upswall Broch?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9DT.
- Is Upswall Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Upswall Broch is free to enter.
- How do I get to Upswall Broch?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9DT. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.