Villages · Scottish Islands
Dounreay
Dounreay — a village in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.
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Place summary
Dounreay is a village located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its historical significance related to nuclear development. The area was once home to the Dounreay Nuclear Power Development Establishment, which played a key role in the UK's nuclear research. The village serves as a residential community, reflecting its industrial heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 58.5667, -3.7333
Sources
- manual: geonames-2651057 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dounreay?
- Dounreay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Dounreay?
- Dounreay — a village in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Dounreay?
- Its coordinates are 58.5667°, -3.7333°.