ScotlandThe Blackhammer Chambered Cairn is a Neolithic chambered cairn located on the island of Rousay, in Orkney [1]. Historic Environment Scotland established the site as a scheduled monument in 1994 [1]. The site looks out over Eynhallow Sound [1]. The oblong tomb measures 22.5 m by 8.9 m externally [1]. The cairn encloses a long burial chamber measuring 13.5 m by 2 m, and 2 m in height [1].
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Also known as: Blackhammer, Blackhammer,chambered cairn,Rousay
| Type | Cairn |
|---|---|
| Period | 4500 - 3000 BC |
| Country | Scotland |
| Coordinates | 59.1314° N, 3.0253° W |