Villages · Scottish Islands
Melsetter
Melsetter — a village in scotland islands.
Derek Mayes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.
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Place summary
Melsetter is a village located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its remote setting and traditional architecture typical of the region. Visitors can expect a tranquil atmosphere, with opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration of the surrounding natural landscapes. The village serves as a point of interest for those wishing to experience the unique culture and environment of the Scottish Islands.
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- Coordinates
- 58.7856, -3.2640
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3NQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2642768 (CC BY 4.0)
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Nearby
📷 3Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
North Bay
North Bay — bay in Long Hope Sound, on Hoy, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Melsetter Hill
Melsetter Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 101 m.
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Cairn Hill
Cairn Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 166 m.
📷 3Lighthouses · Scottish Islands
Tor Ness Lighthouse
Tor Ness Lighthouse — lighthouse in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
📷 5Museums · Scottish Islands
Brims
Brims in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Melsetter
Places to stay
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📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
WIndhaven
WIndhaven — a campsite in scotland islands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Ferry View Campsite
Ferry View Campsite — a campsite in scotland islands.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Melsetter?
- Melsetter is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW16 3NQ).
- What is Melsetter?
- Melsetter — a village in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Melsetter?
- Drivers can use postcode KW16 3NQ.
- How do I get to Melsetter?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW16 3NQ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.