Achavar

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Achavar is one of 79 brochs the Albion Guide maps in Highland. The nearest railway station is Wick, 17 km to the north-east. Other brochs nearby include Green Hill, Roster and Broch near Rumster, Forse.

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