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Earl's Palace Birsay

Name: Earl's Palace Birsay
Rating: 2

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Location: Birsay, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. Brough of Birsay and Earl's Palace loop — Orkney Islands

11.0km

02:53

80m

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

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2. Brough of Birsay Causeway – Earl's Palace Birsay loop from Birsay

7.21km

01:53

60m

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

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3. Brough of Birsay Causeway – Earl's Palace Birsay loop from Birsay

4.53km

01:11

30m

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

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Adie

April 25, 2023

The Earls' Palace stands by the shore of Birsay Bay, and was constructed in the 1570-80's around a central courtyard and well, with large stone towers at three of the four corners, making it as much a fortress as a palace.

The site is anaged by Historic Environment Scotland and is open all year and free to visit.

Bear S.

August 15, 2024

Place with a long history. A 15 minute stop is enough. When you're up there, be sure to check out Brough of Bersay and Barony Mill.

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Earl's Palace Birsay

1. Brough of Birsay and Earl's Palace loop — Orkney Islands

2. Brough of Birsay Causeway – Earl's Palace Birsay loop from Birsay

3. Brough of Birsay Causeway – Earl's Palace Birsay loop from Birsay

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