Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Watch Stone (Orkney)
Watch Stone (Orkney) — 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
Watch Stone (Orkney) 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
Watch Stone is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands, specifically in Orkney. It is known for its historical significance and is part of the wider landscape of Neolithic monuments in the region. The stone is a notable feature in Orkney's rich archaeological heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9952, -3.2104
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3JZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Official site
- www.megalithic.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/1293208753 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Watch Stone (Orkney)?
- Watch Stone (Orkney) is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 58.9952°, -3.2104°.
- Is Watch Stone (Orkney) free to visit?
- Yes — admission to Watch Stone (Orkney) is free.