Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Franks
Bay of Franks — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Franks 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 Franks is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. Characterised by its rugged coastline and scenic vistas, it offers a striking example of the region's geological features. Visitors can observe diverse marine life and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. The bay serves as a point of interest for those exploring the unique ecology of the Scottish Islands.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1500, -2.6167
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2AR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2649096 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Franks?
- Bay of Franks is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2AR).
- What is Bay of Franks?
- Bay of Franks — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Franks?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2AR.
- How do I get to Bay of Franks?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2AR. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.