Vementry, Muckle Ward

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Vementry, Muckle Ward is a chambered tomb in Shetland Islands. It is one of 24 chambered tombs the Albion Guide charts in the county. Nearby chambered tombs include North Ward, Noonsbrough, Longa Ness, Noonsbrough and Ara Clett, Turdale Water.

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