Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Carness
In or near Finstown.
Bay of Carness — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Derek Harper — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Carness 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
The Bay of Carness is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It features distinctive coastal scenery typical of the region, characterised by rugged cliffs and expansive sea views. The area is known for its natural beauty and provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and wildlife observation. Access to the bay allows for exploration of the local flora and fauna, offering a tranquil experience in a remote setting.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0167, -2.9167
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2DX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2653717 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Carness?
- Bay of Carness is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2DX).
- What is Bay of Carness?
- Bay of Carness — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Carness?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2DX.
- How do I get to Bay of Carness?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2DX. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.