On the island of Westray, Orkney
Links of Noltland is free to visit and open year-round.
The best time to visit is from May to September (excavation season). Most of the upstanding structures are covered over for protection the rest of the year.
Please observe information signs and avoid walking in areas where dune consolidation work is taking place.
Open year-round. Excavation season is May to September.
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