The Watch Stone, also spelled Watchstone, is a standing stone or menhir from the Neolithic period, standing between the Loch of Stenness and the Loch of Harray on Mainland, one …

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Adie

May 10, 2023

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There is a great deal of conjecture about the history of the "Watchstone" (even the name of this standing stone is up for debate). There is little certainty other than it is surely one of Orkney’s most imposing standing stones, and it dominates the south-eastern end of the Brig o’ Brodgar – the place where the Harray and Stenness lochs meet.

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Dagmar & Hans

October 30, 2023

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Unique beautiful Stones circle

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1. The Ring of Brodgar & Stones of Stenness — Orkney Islands

5.63km

01:27

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Ring of Brodgar and Maeshowe — Orkney Islands

11.1km

02:50

40m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Ring of Brodgar – Stones of Stenness loop from Stenness

5.71km

01:28

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Firth And Stenness, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. The Ring of Brodgar & Stones of Stenness — Orkney Islands

2. Ring of Brodgar and Maeshowe — Orkney Islands

3. Ring of Brodgar – Stones of Stenness loop from Stenness

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