Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Pool Bay
Pool 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
Pool 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
Pool Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. Known for its scenic coastal views, it features rugged cliffs and clear waters. The area is significant for its geological formations and diverse marine life, making it a notable spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers. Visitors can explore the surrounding landscape and enjoy the tranquillity of this remote location.
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- Coordinates
- 59.2256, -2.6740
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2BA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-11153593 (CC BY 4.0)
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Where to eat & stay near Pool Bay
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pool Bay?
- Pool Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2BA).
- What is Pool Bay?
- Pool Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Pool Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2BA.
- How do I get to Pool Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2BA. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.