Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
WW1 Coastal Defence Site
In or near Brae.
WW1 Coastal Defence Site — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Ruth Sharville — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
WW1 Coastal Defence Site 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 WW1 Coastal Defence Site is an archaeological location in the Scottish Islands. It serves as a remnant of military strategy during the First World War, reflecting the coastal fortifications established to protect against naval threats.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 60.3404, -1.4763
Sources
- osm: node/3889369468 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is WW1 Coastal Defence Site?
- WW1 Coastal Defence Site is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is WW1 Coastal Defence Site?
- WW1 Coastal Defence Site — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to WW1 Coastal Defence Site?
- The nearest town is Brae. Its coordinates are 60.3404°, -1.4763°.
- Is WW1 Coastal Defence Site free to visit?
- Yes, WW1 Coastal Defence Site is free to enter.