Hill forts · Scottish Islands
Grain Earth House
In or near Finstown.
Grain Earth House — underground building in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Grain Earth House is a hill fort in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "underground building in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 58.9876°, -2.9721°.
Photo gallery
From Historic Environment Scotland
A look at Grain Earth House, an exceptionally well-built and well-preserved example of a souterrain. Visit the site today or contact Historic Environment Scotland for more information.
Read more on the official property page.
Place summary
Grain Earth House is a hill-fort located in the Scottish Islands, postcode KW15. This site is notable for its archaeological significance, showcasing the remnants of ancient habitation and fortification.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9876, -2.9721
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW15 1GN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Official site
- www.historicenvironment.scot
Sources
- wikidata: Q1328057 (CC0)
- commons: Grain Earth House.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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The Pickaquoy Centre
Theatres · 0.5 km
RNAS Hatston
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Pickaquoy Leisure Centre & Cinema
Cinemas · 0.6 km
Orkney F.C.
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Peedie Hostel
Hostels · 0.6 km
Ayre Hotel
Hotels · 0.6 km
Kirkwall Port
Marinas · 0.7 km
Orcades Hostel
Hostels · 0.7 km
Orkney Gin Distillery
Distilleries · 0.7 km
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HMS Sparrowhawk Memorial
HMS Sparrowhawk Memorial — a memorial in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Watermills · Scottish Islands
Ayre Mill C19 tide saw mill then grain mill
Ayre Mill C19 tide saw mill then grain mill is a watermill in the United Kingdom.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre
Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre — a caravan park in scotland islands.
📷 4Theatres · Scottish Islands
The Pickaquoy Centre
The Pickaquoy Centre in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Islands · Scottish Islands
RNAS Hatston
RNAS Hatston in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.
📷 5Cinemas · Scottish Islands
Pickaquoy Leisure Centre & Cinema
Pickaquoy Leisure Centre & Cinema — a cinema in scotland islands.
Where to eat & stay near Grain Earth House
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre
Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre — a caravan park in scotland islands.
📷 5📷 7📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
Orcades Hostel
Orcades Hostel — a hostel in scotland islands.
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📷 6Places to eat & drink
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Callanish III
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Grain Earth House?
- Grain Earth House is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW15 1GN).
- What is Grain Earth House?
- Grain Earth House — underground building in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Grain Earth House?
- The nearest town is Finstown. Drivers can use postcode KW15 1GN.
- Is Grain Earth House free to visit?
- Yes, Grain Earth House is free to enter.
- How do I get to Grain Earth House?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW15 1GN. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.