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Tomb of the Eagles

www.tomboftheeagles.co.uk

Visitor centre interpreting Stone Age and Bronze Age sites. Personalised and unique hands-on link to the past using original artefacts.

Come and discover the extraordinary story of how local farmer Ronnie Simison uncovered a Stone Age tomb and a Bronze Age site on his land.  Handle neolithic artefacts in the visitor centre and learn more from our guides.  Toy boxes and activities for children.  Explore the remarkable sites in your own time, and take in spectacular views, wildlife and flowers along the coastal walk.

Opening Times : March 10am - 12 noon       April - Oct 9.30 - 5.30       Nov- Feb - open by arrangement.

Visitor Centre talks provide a good all-weather experience.  Some wet weather clothing and footwear can be provided.

Dogs on leads welcome. Tours can often be adjusted to suit schedule or mobility.  Visitor Centre fully accessible.  Baby changing facilities.  The gift shop offers a small selection of light refreshements (Orkney ice cream, confectionery, hot and cold drinks) and a wide selection of Orkney crafts.

Admission charge

How to find us: Take the A961 across the Churchill Barriers, continue 7 miles past St. Margaret's Hope towards Burwick then follow the signs for Cleat and the Tomb of the Eagles.

For special arrangements, coach bookings etc:

Tel (01856 831 339)                           email: info@tomboftheeagles.co.uk

 
Phone
01856 831339
 
 
Address
Tomb of the Eagles
Liddle
SOUTH RONALDSAY
KW17 2RW
 
 
JUST SOME OF THE ARTEFACTS FOUND IN AND AROUND THE TOMB, WHICH YOU MAY HANDLE IN THE VISITOR CENTRE.
THE MAIN CHAMBER OF THE TOMB
MODEL STONE AGE GIRL IN VISITOR CENTRE
EMERGING FROM THE TOMB ENTRANCE
THE WALK TO THE SITE TAKES YOU THROUGH SOME VERY SPECIAL MARITIME HEATH AND GRASSLAND
ISBISTER CHAMBERED CAIRN (TOMB OF THE EAGLES)

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