Loch of Ayre broch

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Loch of Ayre broch is a broch in Orkney Islands. The Albion Guide maps 47 brochs in the county; this is one of them. Nearby brochs include East Broch, Dingy's Howe, Upper Sanday and Broch of Lingro.

Full name: Loch of Ayre, broch at N end of,St Mary's

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