Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Hoy Mouth
In or near Stromness.
Hoy Mouth — a natural feature in scotland islands.
James Allan — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Hoy Mouth 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
Hoy Mouth is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It features dramatic cliffs and a distinctive sea entrance that separates the island of Hoy from the Orkney mainland. The area is known for its rugged coastal scenery and diverse wildlife. This geographical feature is a notable point of interest for those exploring the natural beauty of the Orkney archipelago.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9500, -3.3667
Sources
- manual: geonames-2646470 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hoy Mouth?
- Hoy Mouth is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Hoy Mouth?
- Hoy Mouth — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Hoy Mouth?
- Its coordinates are 58.9500°, -3.3667°.