Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Islands
Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn
Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn is a burial mound 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
The Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn is a burial mound located in the Scottish Islands. It is notable for its prehistoric significance, serving as a burial site from the Neolithic era. The cairn is a scheduled monument, reflecting its archaeological importance.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1346, -3.0496
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2PT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/8829619995 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn?
- Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2PT).
- Is Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn free to visit?
- Yes, Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn is free to enter.
- How do I get to Knowe of Ramsay Chambered Cairn?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2PT. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.