Villages · Scottish Islands
Portnancon
Portnancon — a village in scotland islands.

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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
Portnancon is a village located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its coastal setting and traditional Scottish architecture. The area offers a glimpse into island life, with local amenities that cater to visitors and residents alike. The village serves as a point of interest for those exploring the surrounding natural landscapes and maritime activities.
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- Coordinates
- 58.5027, -4.7016
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV27 4UN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Sources
- manual: geonames-2640019 (CC BY 4.0)
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Memorials & monuments · 1.3 km

HMS Sutherland Stones
Memorials & monuments · 1.3 km

HMS Blake Stones
Memorials & monuments · 1.3 km

Loch Eriboll
Natural landmarks · 1.3 km

HMS Hood Stones
Memorials & monuments · 1.4 km

H48 Stones
Memorials & monuments · 1.4 km

Choraidh Croft
Caravan parks · 1.8 km

Loch Eriboll
Reservoirs & lochs · 1.9 km

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Reservoirs & lochs · 2.0 km
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📷 2Islands · Scottish Islands
Eilean Dubh
Eilean Dubh — island in Loch Eriboll, Sutherland, Highland, Scotland, UK.
Memorials & monuments · Scottish Islands
HMS Bulwark Stones
HMS Bulwark Stones — a memorial in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Memorials & monuments · Scottish Islands
HMS Sutherland Stones
HMS Sutherland Stones — a memorial in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Memorials & monuments · Scottish Islands
HMS Blake Stones
HMS Blake Stones — a memorial in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands
Loch Eriboll
Loch Eriboll — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
Where to eat & stay near Portnancon
Places to stay
Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Choraidh Croft
Choraidh Croft — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
Hostels · Scottish Islands
Durness Youth Hostel
Durness Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland islands.
Hostels · Scottish Islands
Lazy Crofter Bunkhouse/Hostel
Lazy Crofter Bunkhouse/Hostel — a hostel in scotland islands.
Campsites · Scottish Islands
Sango Sands
Sango Sands — a campsite in scotland islands.
Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Balnakeil Motorhome Stopover
Balnakeil Motorhome Stopover — a caravan park in scotland islands.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Portnancon?
- Portnancon is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode IV27 4UN).
- What is Portnancon?
- Portnancon — a village in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Portnancon?
- Drivers can use postcode IV27 4UN.
- How do I get to Portnancon?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode IV27 4UN. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.