A Map of Orkney Highlights. Orkney Practical Travel Guide How much time to spend in Orkney. I recommend spending at least 2-3 nights in Orkney, South Ronaldsay is connected to Orkney Mainland by a series of causeways, making this an easy alternative port of arrival. There are three crossings per day and they tend to be a little cheaper than
READ MOREThis map covers the archipelago of Orkney, featuring some must-see sites like the Neolithic Skara Brae and the mysterious Ring of Brodgar standing stones. The isles are a haven for that unique Scottish Fauna, which is
READ MOREWhat to See on East Mainland, Orkney Inganess Beach/Sands of Wideford. This is a quiet beach, just outside of Kirkwall and down the road from Kirkwall Airport. The view is dominated by the rusting wreck of Juniata, a World War II ship. It''s listed as "free car park" on Google Maps, but you might want to save the pin. St.
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Orkney is separated from the mainland of Scotland by the Pentland Firth, a ten-kilometre-wide (6 mi) seaway between Brough Ness on the island of South Ronaldsay and Duncansby Head in Caithness. Orkney lies between 58°41′ and 59°24′ north, and 2°22′ and 3°26′ west, measuring 80 kilometres (50 mi) from northeast to southwest and 47 kilometres (29 mi) from east to west, and cover
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READ MOREMainland Orkney is home to four monuments that make up the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the ''Heart of Neolithic Orkney''. These monuments – Skara Brae, Maeshowe Chambered Cairn, the Stones of Stenness, and the Ring of Brodgar – give an insight into the domestic, ceremonial, and burial practices of a 5000 year old culture.
READ MOREFrom the East Mainland, with its low-lying and fertile farmland, to the West Mainland, known for its historical and archaeological sites, Orkney''s largest island has lots to see
READ MOREWelcome to Stromness. Discover local shops, services and walks in Stromness. Download now. If you''re still looking for more information and inspiration about Orkney after browsing our website, our most recent digital guides can also help you plan your trip to the islands.
READ MORE2023. 5. Ring of Brodgar. 1,441. Historic Sites. This is the largest Neolithic standing stone circle in Scotland, which is more than 340 feet in diameter consisting of 25 stones, the largest of which is 15 feet in height. See ways
READ MOREVisitors of all ages can get active across Orkney all year round, whatever the weather.
READ MOREShetland Islands. The Shetland Islands are the most northerly part of the United Kingdom, a group of islands 100 miles north of mainland Scotland. The largest town, Lerwick, is closer to Norway than to Edinburgh, and culturally and geographically they feel more Norse than Scottish. Photo: Lis Burke, CC BY-SA 2.0. Photo: juvlai, CC BY-SA 2.0.
READ MOREThe Churchill Barriers make it possible to travel by road from Mainland Orkney to South Ronaldsay, where two further ferry services operate to the Scottish mainland. Find out more about getting to South Ronaldsay. Loganair operates regular flights between Kirkwall on Orkney and Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness on the Scottish mainland
READ MOREDon''t forget your walking boots when you travel north to Orkney. One of the best routes is The St Magnus Way, a 58 mile-long walk on Orkney Mainland and the island of Egilsay. The walk is based on what is known of the story of St Magnus, the patron saint of Orkney. Before you set out, download the app for clear instructions on the way-marked route.
READ MOREBrough of Birsay on the tidal island, Orkney. The Brough of Birsay is a tidal island off the north west coast of Mainland Orkney. Accessible only during low tide, you can see the remains of the settlements for 2 different cultures: the Picts and the Norse. Plus you can enjoy beautiful, rugged coast and cliffs near the lighthouse.
READ MOREOverview of the Orkney Islands, group of more than 70 islands and islets—only about 20 of which are inhabited—in Scotland, lying about 20 miles (32 km) north of the Scottish mainland, across the strait
READ MOREDetailed street map and route planner provided by Google. Find local businesses and nearby restaurants, see local traffic and road conditions. Use this map type to plan a road trip and to get driving directions in Orkney Islands. Switch to a Google Earth view for the detailed virtual globe and 3D buildings in many major cities worldwide.
READ MOREChambered cairns are found in distinct clusters across Britain and Ireland — notably south-west England, Northern Ireland and western and northern Scotland. In Orkney, they are among the most common, and highly
READ MOREBuses and trains to Orkney. Getting to Orkney via public transport is simple. Citylink buses run to Aberdeen, Gills Bay and Scrabster so you can catch your ferry to the islands. If you''re flying here, public bus services connect with all the main airports in Scotland too. It''s a similar story by rail, with trains available to both Aberdeen
READ MOREDiscover the best attractions on Mainland Orkney and the neighboring islands, including historical sites, cliffs, beaches and more. Find practical tips, maps, photos and itinerary suggestions for your trip to
READ MOREThe Orkney Islands are an archipelago of over 70 islands some 10 miles off the north tip of mainland Scotland. They''ve been settled since the Neolithic period and have a
READ MOREThe Brough of Birsay is a tidal island off the west coast of the West Mainland. A causeway is uncovered at low tide, leading visitors to the remains of a Pictish and Norse settlement. It''s also one of the best places
READ MOREStromness to Yesnaby = 12min drive. Kirkwall to Yesnaby = 30min drive. On the road to the famous Neolithic village of Skara Brae, just 10 min drive South of it (West coast of Mainland Orkney). Below is a
READ MORESketch geological map of Orkney. The geology of the Orkney islands in northern Scotland is dominated by the Devonian Old Red Sandstone (ORS). In the southwestern part of Mainland, this sequence can be seen to rest unconformably
READ MOREOverview of Mainland, the central and largest of the Orkney Islands of Scotland, which lie off the northern tip of the Scottish mainland. Irregularly shaped, Mainland is deeply
READ MORERM MMNE9F –. English: This is Guillaume Blaeu''s 1631 map of the British Isles. Covers all of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland with adjacent parts of France and Holland and an inset of the Orkney Islands. Cartographically this map is based upon the plates of Jodocus Hondius, which Blaeu acquired in 1629.
READ MORESee 5,000 year old sites in the UNESCO Heart of Neolithic Orkney, stroll along idyllic beaches and dramatic sea cliffs, get up close to amazing wildlife and reconnect with nature in Orkney. Discover Orkney Islands and find
READ MOREAnd, if you''re planning some island hopping, Orkney Ferries will get you where you need to go, with 13 communities accessible from four ports on the Orkney mainland. Just remember to book as early as possible to make sure you get a space, whether you''re travelling on foot or with a car, and particularly during the summer months.
READ MOREOne of the area''s main draws is found at the eastern edge of the mainland in the parish of Deerness. Mull Head Nature Reserve is a beautiful part of the islands with more than 200 acres of coastal grassland, heath and sea cliffs to enjoy. In the area you''ll find the spectacular Gloup, a collapsed sea cave, and one of Orkney''s hidden gems
READ MOREMap of Orkney Islands. Mainland [edit] Mainland is Orkney''s largest island, where 80% of the population resides. (To avoid ambiguity, on this and related pages the term Mainland, cap "M", refers to this island, while the landmass of Great Britain to the south is referred to as the Scottish mainland, small "m".) The chief settlements on Mainland
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