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Opening times and prices

Carn Liath Broch is free to visit and is open year-round.

How to get here

By the A9, around 3 miles north of Golspie. Visitors are asked to take care when crossing the main road to visit Carn Liath.

Strong footwear is recommended. 

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Address

Near Golspie
Sutherland

National Grid reference:

NC 870 013

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