Lakes · Scottish Islands
Loch of Wester
Loch of Wester — a lake in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wick · 8.9 km
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 Wester is a lake located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its natural beauty and ecological significance. The area surrounding the loch offers opportunities for birdwatching and enjoying the local flora and fauna. Visitors can expect a tranquil setting ideal for outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 58.5167, -3.1500
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 4RY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Nearest railway station
- Wick — 8.9 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2634444 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
Bridge of Wester
Historic bridges · 0.6 km
Castle Linglas, Broch
Castles · 1.2 km
Castle Linglas, Broch
Archaeological sites · 1.2 km
Wester Pipe Railway
Heritage railways · 1.3 km
Keiss, Broch site
Archaeological sites · 1.9 km
Church of Scotland, Keiss
Historic churches · 2.5 km
Keiss Harbour
Harbours & ports · 2.5 km
Sinclair's Bay
Beaches · 2.7 km
Keiss
Other places · 2.7 km
Kirk Tofts Broch
Archaeological sites · 2.8 km
Kirk Tofts Broch
Archaeological sites · 2.8 km
Keiss Broch
Archaeological sites · 2.8 km
Nearby
📷 5Historic bridges · Scottish Islands
Bridge of Wester
Bridge of Wester — category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Castles · Scottish Islands
Castle Linglas, Broch
Castle Linglas, Broch — a castle in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Castle Linglas, Broch
Castle Linglas, Broch — archaeological in scotland islands.
📷 4Heritage railways · Scottish Islands
Wester Pipe Railway
Wester Pipe Railway in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.
📷 3Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Keiss, Broch site
Keiss, Broch site — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Islands
Church of Scotland, Keiss
Church of Scotland, Keiss — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Loch of Wester
Places to stay
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📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Informal campsite
Informal campsite — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Wick Caravan & Camping Site
Wick Caravan & Camping Site — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 4Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Caithness Camping Pods
Caithness Camping Pods — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Ferry View Campsite
Ferry View Campsite — a campsite in scotland islands.
📷 5Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
The Alexander Bain
The Alexander Bain in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch of Wester?
- Loch of Wester is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 4RY).
- What is Loch of Wester?
- Loch of Wester — a lake in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Loch of Wester?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 8.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode KW1 4RY.
- How do I get to Loch of Wester?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 4RY. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.