Allt a'Bhurg

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Allt a'Bhurg is a broch in Highland. It is one of 79 brochs the Albion Guide lists in the county. For more of the same, Borgue Langwell, Berriedale and Broch near Tulloch Turnal, Langwell are close by. The nearest railway station is Helmsdale, 5.8 km to the south-west.

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