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Upper Scalloway

Broch

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Nearest Town:Lerwick (7km ENE)
OS Ref (GB):   HU406399 / Sheet: 4
Latitude:60° 8' 31.37" N
Longitude:   1° 16' 8.01" W

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A 'van load' of artefacts taken from Pictish-era site on Shetland

The earlier excavation found remains of an Iron Age Village which centred round a broch, or a large stone tower, which was probably built between 400-200BC.

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https://www.scotsman.com/heritage-and-retro/heritage/van-load-artefacts-taken-pictish-era-site-shetland-3025449
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drewbhoy Posted by drewbhoy
6th November 2020ce

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Great photos of the excavation.
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