Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
The Broch
The Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Ken Craig — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Broch 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 Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This prehistoric stone structure is characteristic of Iron Age architecture, notable for its drystone construction and defensive features. Its significance lies in its representation of early Scottish habitation and social organisation.
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- Coordinates
- 60.2364, -1.5059
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9NP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: way/1385646546 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Broch?
- The Broch is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 60.2364°, -1.5059°.
- Is The Broch free to visit?
- Yes — admission to The Broch is free.