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Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands

Ward of Symbister

In or near Hamnavoe.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Ward of Symbister — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.

By Clettna Taing, Houss Ness - geograph.org.uk - 5134744

Julian Paren — 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. Ward of Symbister 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

Ward of Symbister is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its rugged terrain and striking views of the surrounding landscape. The area provides opportunities for hiking and exploration, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can expect a remote setting typical of the Scottish Islands, characterised by natural beauty and a sense of solitude.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
60.0538, -1.3263
Postcode
ZE2 9UY
Parliamentary constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ward of Symbister?
Ward of Symbister is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9UY).
What is Ward of Symbister?
Ward of Symbister — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
How do I get to Ward of Symbister?
Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9UY.
How do I get to Ward of Symbister?
Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9UY. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.