Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
The Compass
The Compass — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
Jim Strang — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. The Compass is a named hill or mountain 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
The Compass is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. This geological feature offers a rugged landscape typical of the region. Visitors can expect challenging terrain and scenic views, making it suitable for experienced hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 59.8674, -1.2730
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE3 9JN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-12609999 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Compass?
- The Compass is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE3 9JN).
- What is The Compass?
- The Compass — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
- How do I get to The Compass?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE3 9JN.
- How do I get to The Compass?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE3 9JN. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.