Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Birsay Bay
Birsay Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Gordon Hatton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Birsay Bay 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
Birsay Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its striking coastal scenery and diverse wildlife. The bay features a mix of sandy beaches and rocky shorelines, making it a notable spot for nature observation. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment, ideal for walking and enjoying the natural landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1333, -3.3333
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2LX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2655596 (CC BY 4.0)
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Brough of Birsay
Brough of Birsay — archaeological in scotland islands. Operated by Historic Scotland.
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Brough of Birsay Lighthouse
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Captain Tony Taylor
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Buckquoy
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Where to eat & stay near Birsay Bay
Places to stay
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Birsay Hostel & Campsite
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Birsay Hostel & Campsite
Birsay Hostel & Campsite — a hostel in scotland islands.
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Caravan and Motorhome Club site
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📷 7Hotels · Scottish Islands
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Birsay Bay?
- Birsay Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2LX).
- What is Birsay Bay?
- Birsay Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Birsay Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2LX.
- How do I get to Birsay Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2LX. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.