The ruins of Ousdale Burn Broch, north of Helmsdale, had fallen into further disrepair over the past 130 years.

A wall near the entrance to the broch had collapsed and a tree was growing inside the structure.

The Caithness Broch Project, assisted by funding from Historic Environment Scotland’s Historic Repair Grant Scheme, Highland LEADER Programme and Beatrice Caithness Community Fund, has now seen £180,000 spent on a restoration.

A new trail, interpretation panels and a car park also now feature at the site.

Robin Herrick, CBP chairman and project manager for the Ousdale Broch project, said: “The stonemasons worked through the winter which meant dealing with cold and some inclement weather, but no midges!

“The Broch Project team worked hard to deliver this project for the local community and visitors, and we hope that people will enjoy the new trail and spruced up broch for many, many years to come.”