Lakes · Scottish Islands
Loch of Boardhouse
Loch of Boardhouse — a lake in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British lake — freshwater body formed by glaciation, fluvial action or, where adjacent to populated areas, by deliberate damming.
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Place summary
Loch of Boardhouse is a lake located in the Scottish Islands. This body of water is characteristic of the region's natural landscape. Visitors can expect a serene environment, often frequented by wildlife. The loch offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and birdwatching.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1167, -3.2833
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2LR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2655305 (CC BY 4.0)
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Nearby
📷 2Reservoirs & lochs · Scottish Islands
Loch of Boardhouse
Loch of Boardhouse in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Ravie Hill
Ravie Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 98 m.
Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Islands
Ravie Hill, Barrow
Ravie Hill, Barrow — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 4Memorials & monuments · Scottish Islands
Stane o’Quoybune
Stane o’Quoybune in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.
📷 3Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Oxtro Broch
Oxtro Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Where to eat & stay near Loch of Boardhouse
Places to stay
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
Birsay Hostel & Campsite
Birsay Hostel & Campsite — a hostel in scotland islands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Birsay Hostel & Campsite
Birsay Hostel & Campsite — a campsite in scotland islands.
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📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Caravan and Motorhome Club site
Caravan and Motorhome Club site — a caravan park in scotland islands.
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📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
Trumland Hostel & Campsite
Trumland Hostel & Campsite — a hostel in scotland islands.
Places to eat & drink
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch of Boardhouse?
- Loch of Boardhouse is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2LR).
- What is Loch of Boardhouse?
- Loch of Boardhouse — a lake in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Loch of Boardhouse?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2LR.
- How do I get to Loch of Boardhouse?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2LR. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.