Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Islands
Point of Cott - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic)
Point of Cott - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic) — 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
Point of Cott - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic) 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.
Place summary
Point of Cott is a Neolithic chambered cairn located in the Scottish Islands. This burial mound is a significant archaeological site, reflecting the funerary practices of early settlers in the region. Its historical importance contributes to the understanding of prehistoric life in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 59.3100, -2.9409
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2DB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/8618109683 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Point of Cott - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic)?
- Point of Cott - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic) is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2DB).
- Is Point of Cott - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic) free to visit?
- Yes, Point of Cott - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic) is free to enter.
- How do I get to Point of Cott - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic)?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2DB. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.