Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
North Bay
North Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
Claire Pegrum — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
North 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
North Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its scenic coastal views and sandy beach. The bay offers opportunities for outdoor activities and wildlife observation, making it a notable spot in the region. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment, ideal for exploring the natural beauty of the surrounding area.
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- Coordinates
- 59.2667, -2.6000
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2AY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2641422 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is North Bay?
- North Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2AY).
- What is North Bay?
- North Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to North Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2AY.
- How do I get to North Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2AY. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.