Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Ires Taing
Bay of Ires Taing — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Ires Taing 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 Ires Taing is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its rugged coastline and scenic vistas, typical of the area's dramatic landscape. The bay offers opportunities for wildlife observation and photography, making it a notable site for those interested in the natural environment. Access may vary, and visitors should prepare for variable weather conditions typical of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 59.3911, -2.3915
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2BG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-11153598 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Ires Taing?
- Bay of Ires Taing is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2BG).
- What is Bay of Ires Taing?
- Bay of Ires Taing — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Ires Taing?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2BG.
- How do I get to Bay of Ires Taing?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2BG. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.