Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Saint Catherines Bay
Saint Catherines 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
Saint Catherines 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
Saint Catherines Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its striking coastal scenery and geological features. The bay offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and birdwatching, attracting nature enthusiasts. The surrounding area is characterised by rugged landscapes and tranquil waters, providing a serene environment for visitors.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1333, -2.6333
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2AT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2638836 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Saint Catherines Bay?
- Saint Catherines Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2AT).
- What is Saint Catherines Bay?
- Saint Catherines Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Saint Catherines Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2AT.
- How do I get to Saint Catherines Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2AT. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.