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Broch of Gurness

Travel Information and nearby accommodation

One of the finest brochs in Scotland, Gurness stands on the shore looking across to Rousay. The very extensive remains include striking earth ramparts and the remains of several Iron Age buildings. more details ...
Aikerness, Mainland, Orkney, Highlands and Islands, Scotland

About Broch of Gurness
Attraction Type: Prehistoric
Location: NW Kirkwall, off the A966
Website: Broch of Gurness
Phone: 0831 579478
Historic Scotland
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OS HY 381268
Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express
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Nearest Towns and Villages Berwick-upon-Tweed - 233.6 miles away Tweedmouth - 236.5 miles away Spittal - 236.7 miles away Norham - 237.9 miles away Holy Island - 242.5 miles away Etal - 242.8 miles away Wark-on-Tweed - 243.1 miles away Ford - 244 miles away

Nearest Accommodation to Broch of Gurness

Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Far North - 34.2 miles from Broch of Gurness Dunnet Head, Highlands and Islands Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £225

Windhaven - 34.4 miles from Broch of Gurness Thurso, Highlands and Islands Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £350

3 Francis Street - 47.4 miles from Broch of Gurness Wick, Highlands and Islands Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £170

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Nearest Hotels

Albert Hotel - 10.6 miles from Broch of Gurness Kirkwall, Highlands and Islands Stay from: £100.00

Lav Rockha Guest House - 11.6 miles from Broch of Gurness Kirkwall, Highlands and Islands Stay from: £40.00

Sands Hotel - 20.2 miles from Broch of Gurness Burray, Highlands and Islands Stay from: £75.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Houton Bay Lodge - 14.5 miles from Broch of Gurness Orphir, Highlands and Islands From: £45.00

Links Lodge - 97.3 miles from Broch of Gurness Lossiemouth, Grampian From: £45.00

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