Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Quendale
Bay of Quendale — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Mike Pennington — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Quendale 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 Quendale is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. Known for its dramatic coastline and scenic views, it offers a striking example of the region's rugged beauty. The bay is characterised by its sandy beaches and surrounding cliffs, making it a notable feature of the landscape. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment, ideal for walking and observing local wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 59.8833, -1.3333
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE3 9JY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2639781 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Quendale?
- Bay of Quendale is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE3 9JY).
- What is Bay of Quendale?
- Bay of Quendale — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Quendale?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE3 9JY.
- How do I get to Bay of Quendale?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE3 9JY. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.