Lakes · Scottish Islands
Loch of Swannay
Loch of Swannay — 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.
Photo gallery
Place summary
Loch of Swannay is a lake located in the Scottish Islands. This body of water is notable for its natural beauty and ecological significance within the region. Visitors can expect a tranquil setting, ideal for observing local wildlife and enjoying the surrounding landscape. The area is suitable for leisurely walks and nature enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1333, -3.2167
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2NR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2636437 (CC BY 4.0)
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Nearby
📷 2Reservoirs & lochs · Scottish Islands
Loch of Swannay
Loch of Swannay in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.
Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Rantan barrows
Rantan barrows — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Hundland Hill
Hundland Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 106 m.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Hundland Hill
Hundland Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
📷 5📷 3Galleries · Scottish Islands
Hundland Gallery
Hundland Gallery — a gallery in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Loch of Swannay
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 Swannay?
- Loch of Swannay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2NR).
- What is Loch of Swannay?
- Loch of Swannay — a lake in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Loch of Swannay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2NR.
- How do I get to Loch of Swannay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2NR. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.