Sandwick, Orkney, KW16 3LR
1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to 5.30pm
Last entry 4.45pm
1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily, 10am to 4pm
Last entry 3.15pm
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Skara Brae
Sandwick
Orkney
KW16 3LR
National Grid reference: HY 231 188
Skara Brae telephone: 01856 841 815
Café telephone: 01856 841 886
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