Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Lopness
Bay of Lopness — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Lopness 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.
Place summary
The Bay of Lopness is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its rugged coastline and scenic vistas. The bay is significant for its ecological diversity and offers a glimpse into the natural beauty of the region. Visitors can expect an unspoiled environment typical of the Scottish coastal landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 59.2667, -2.4500
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2BP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2643600 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Lopness?
- Bay of Lopness is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2BP).
- What is Bay of Lopness?
- Bay of Lopness — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Lopness?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2BP.
- How do I get to Bay of Lopness?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2BP. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.