Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Cat Firth
In or near Lerwick.
Cat Firth — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Alan Reid — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Cat Firth 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
Cat Firth is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its rugged coastal scenery and unique geological formations. Visitors can expect dramatic views and a tranquil environment, ideal for nature enthusiasts and those seeking solitude in a remote setting. The area is part of the picturesque landscape that defines the region.
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- Coordinates
- 60.2500, -1.1833
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9XA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2653518 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cat Firth?
- Cat Firth is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9XA).
- What is Cat Firth?
- Cat Firth — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Cat Firth?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9XA.
- How do I get to Cat Firth?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9XA. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.