Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Cornquoy
In or near St Margaret's Hope.
Bay of Cornquoy — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Ian Balcombe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Cornquoy 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 Cornquoy is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. This coastal bay is characterised by its rugged coastline and scenic views. It serves as a notable point of interest for those exploring the natural beauty of the region. The area is typically less developed, offering a tranquil setting for visitors seeking to appreciate the landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 58.8833, -2.8333
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2SD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2652357 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Cornquoy?
- Bay of Cornquoy is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2SD).
- What is Bay of Cornquoy?
- Bay of Cornquoy — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Cornquoy?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2SD.
- How do I get to Bay of Cornquoy?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2SD. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.