Cairn of Humster

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Cairn of Humster is one of 79 brochs the Albion Guide charts in Highland. For arrivals by rail, Wick Station is 2.5 km to the north. Other brochs nearby include Thrumster Little, Cairn of Elsay, Staxigoe and Loch of Yarrows broch.

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