Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Searchlight emplacement
Searchlight emplacement — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
N Chadwick — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Searchlight emplacement 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
The Searchlight emplacement is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This structure was used during the 20th century for coastal defence, reflecting military strategies of the time. It serves as a testament to the region's historical significance in wartime efforts.
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- Coordinates
- 58.8538, -3.2054
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3NU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: node/13594844341 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Searchlight emplacement?
- Searchlight emplacement is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 58.8538°, -3.2054°.
- Is Searchlight emplacement free to visit?
- Yes — admission to Searchlight emplacement is free.