Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Barth Wick
In or near St Margaret's Hope.
Barth Wick — a natural feature in scotland islands.

Colin Kinnear — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Barth Wick is a named natural feature in scotland islands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Barth Wick is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. This area is characterised by its rugged coastline and scenic views, typical of the region's unique geography. The landscape offers opportunities for observing local wildlife and enjoying the tranquillity of the surrounding nature. Visitors can explore the nearby shores and appreciate the natural beauty of this part of Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 58.7667, -2.9833
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2RN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2656224 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Barth Wick?
- Barth Wick is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2RN).
- What is Barth Wick?
- Barth Wick — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Barth Wick?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2RN.
- How do I get to Barth Wick?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2RN. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.