Loch of Clumly

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Loch of Clumly is a broch in Orkney Islands. The Albion Guide maps 47 brochs in the county; this is one of them. The surrounding countryside is part of Hoy and West Mainland National Scenic Area. Other brochs nearby include Stackrue broch and chapel, Borwick, Brough of and Burrian broch (west shore).

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