Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Ha' Hillock, Motte
In or near Portknockie.
Ha' Hillock, Motte — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Anne Burgess — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Ha' Hillock, 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
Ha' Hillock, Motte is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. This motte is a significant remnant of medieval fortifications, providing insight into the region's historical defensive structures. Its status as an archaeological site highlights its importance in understanding the area's heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 57.6523, -2.8233
- District
- Moray
- Postcode
- AB56 5XX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
Sources
- osm: node/13665196300 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ha' Hillock, Motte?
- Ha' Hillock, Motte is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB56 5XX).
- What is Ha' Hillock, Motte?
- Ha' Hillock, Motte — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ha' Hillock, Motte?
- The nearest town is Portknockie. Drivers can use postcode AB56 5XX.
- Is Ha' Hillock, Motte free to visit?
- Yes, Ha' Hillock, Motte is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ha' Hillock, Motte?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode AB56 5XX. It sits within the Aberdeenshire North and Moray East parliamentary constituency.