Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
North Bay
North Bay — bay in Long Hope Sound, on Hoy, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
North Bay is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "bay in Long Hope Sound, on Hoy, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 58.7877°, -3.2532°.
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Place summary
North Bay is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands, postcode KW16. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region. The area offers opportunities for outdoor activities, appealing to those interested in exploring the natural landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 58.7877, -3.2532
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3NQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- wikidata: Q24638817 (CC0)
- commons: Old dyke on Melsetter Hill - geograph.org.uk - 1532098.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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The Skeo Broch
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Aith Hope
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Cairn Hill
Mountains & hills · 2.1 km
Tor Ness Lighthouse
Lighthouses · 2.7 km
Ha Wick
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Longhope Lifeboat Museum
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Where to eat & stay near North Bay
Places to stay
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is North Bay?
- North Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW16 3NQ).
- What is North Bay?
- North Bay — bay in Long Hope Sound, on Hoy, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to North Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW16 3NQ.
- Is North Bay free to visit?
- Yes, North Bay is free to enter.
- How do I get to North Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW16 3NQ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.