Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Noup
Bay of Noup — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Claire Pegrum — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Noup 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 Noup is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It features dramatic coastal scenery, characterised by rugged cliffs and clear waters. The bay is noted for its unique geological formations and diverse marine life, making it an area of interest for nature enthusiasts and geologists. This coastal site contributes to the natural beauty of the region, offering opportunities for observation and exploration.
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- Coordinates
- 59.3256, -3.0334
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2DW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2641165 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Noup?
- Bay of Noup is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2DW).
- What is Bay of Noup?
- Bay of Noup — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Noup?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2DW.
- How do I get to Bay of Noup?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2DW. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.