Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Furrowend
Bay of Furrowend — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Furrowend 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 Furrowend is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. This coastal feature is characterised by its rugged coastline and scenic views. The bay offers opportunities for observing local wildlife and enjoying the natural landscape. Visitors can explore the surrounding area, which is known for its dramatic cliffs and marine environment.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0500, -2.9167
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2DY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2648975 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Furrowend?
- Bay of Furrowend is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2DY).
- What is Bay of Furrowend?
- Bay of Furrowend — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Furrowend?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2DY.
- How do I get to Bay of Furrowend?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2DY. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.