Description
Little is known of the origin and age of Burghead Well (7.5mi/12km to the northwest of Elgin). It is a man-made cave which was probably carved out of the rock as part of an Iron Age fort. The 3ft/1m deep water-hole may well have been used as a baptismal font.
Hobbies & Activities category: Cave;  Archeological site or ruin;  Prehistoric site or exhibit
Address
Historic Scotland
Longmore House
Salisbury Place
Edinburgh EH9 1SH
United Kingdom
Typical Visit
30 minutes
Attractions Near Burghead Well, Elgin