Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
The Skiurds
In or near Brae.
The Skiurds — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
David Nicolson — 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 Skiurds 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 Skiurds are a mountain range located in the Scottish Islands. Known for their rugged terrain and remote beauty, they offer a range of outdoor activities for walkers and climbers. The area is characterised by its dramatic landscapes, providing a challenging environment for enthusiasts. Visitors can expect a sense of isolation and the opportunity to experience the natural elements of the Scottish wilderness.
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- Coordinates
- 60.4960, -1.4219
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9RJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-12611733 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Skiurds?
- The Skiurds is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9RJ).
- What is The Skiurds?
- The Skiurds — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
- How do I get to The Skiurds?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9RJ.
- How do I get to The Skiurds?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9RJ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.