Midhowe Broch, Rousay

Open to visitorsa Historic Environment Scotland site — many are free to wander; staffed ones charge and keep set hours

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Midhowe Broch, Rousay is a broch in Orkney Islands. It is one of 47 brochs the Albion Guide charts in the county. The site is in the care of Historic Environment Scotland. Other brochs nearby include North Howe, Westside, Rousay and South Howe, Westside, Rousay.

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