Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Ore Bay
Ore Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Ore 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
Ore Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. This coastal area features rugged cliffs and scenic views of the surrounding waters. The bay is known for its diverse marine life and offers opportunities for wildlife observation. Visitors can explore the shoreline and enjoy the unique landscape that characterises this part of Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 58.8290, -3.1960
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3NW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2640932 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ore Bay?
- Ore Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW16 3NW).
- What is Ore Bay?
- Ore Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Ore Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW16 3NW.
- How do I get to Ore Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW16 3NW. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.