Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Bay of Houseby
Bay of Houseby — bay in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Houseby is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "bay in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 59.0785°, -2.5590°.
Place summary
Bay of Houseby is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, characteristic of the region's natural landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0785, -2.5590
Sources
- wikidata: Q24641609 (CC0)
- commons: Northwest towards Housebay from south of Lamb Head.. - geograph.org.uk - 531997.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Benni Cuml, broch site
Archaeological sites · 0.9 km
Benni Cuml, broch site
Archaeological sites · 0.9 km
Stronsay, Lamb Head
Vineyards · 1.0 km
Lamb Head Broch
Archaeological sites · 1.0 km
Lamb Bay
Natural landmarks · 1.2 km
Hells Mouth
Mountains & hills · 1.3 km
Lea Shun
Lakes · 2.0 km
Stronsay, Middle Banks
Vineyards · 2.2 km
Stronsay, The Brough of Burgh Head
Vineyards · 2.2 km
Vat of Kirbister
Natural landmarks · 2.5 km
Odin Bay
Natural landmarks · 3.3 km
Bay of Holland
Natural landmarks · 4.3 km
Nearby
📷 2Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Benni Cuml, broch site
Benni Cuml, broch site — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Benni Cuml, broch site
Benni Cuml, broch site — archaeological in scotland islands.
📷 5Vineyards · Scottish Islands
Stronsay, Lamb Head
Stronsay, Lamb Head — a UK vineyard in scotland islands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
📷 3Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Lamb Head Broch
Lamb Head Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5📷 3Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Hells Mouth
Hells Mouth — bay in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
Where to eat & stay near Bay of Houseby
Places to stay
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
Eday Community Youth Hostel
Eday Community Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland islands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Deerness Community Centre Caravan and Camp Site
Deerness Community Centre Caravan and Camp Site — a caravan park in scotland islands.
📷 5📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Ayres Rock Hostel & Campsite
Ayres Rock Hostel & Campsite — a campsite in scotland islands.
📷 5Hotels · Scottish Islands
Balfour Castle
Balfour Castle — a hotel in scotland islands.
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Acairseid Mhor
Acairseid Mhor — bay in Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK.
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Ainshval
Ainshval — Named summit at 781 m.
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An Cliseam
An Cliseam — Named summit at 799 m.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Houseby?
- Bay of Houseby is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Bay of Houseby?
- Bay of Houseby — bay in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Bay of Houseby?
- Its coordinates are 59.0785°, -2.5590°.
- Is Bay of Houseby free to visit?
- Yes, Bay of Houseby is free to enter.