Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Hune Bay
In or near St Margaret's Hope.
Hune Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Graeme Yuill — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Hune 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
Hune Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. This coastal area features striking landscapes shaped by the surrounding sea and rugged terrain. Visitors can expect dramatic views and opportunities for exploration along the shoreline. The bay's natural beauty is complemented by its remote setting, making it a notable spot for those interested in the region's geography.
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- Coordinates
- 58.7773, -2.9820
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2RJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-11153543 (CC BY 4.0)
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Where to eat & stay near Hune Bay
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hune Bay?
- Hune Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2RJ).
- What is Hune Bay?
- Hune Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Hune Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2RJ.
- How do I get to Hune Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2RJ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.