Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Weddell Bay
In or near St Margaret's Hope.
Weddell Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.

Carroll Pierce — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Weddell 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
Weddell Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. Known for its rugged coastline and scenic views, the bay offers a glimpse into the region's natural beauty. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment, ideal for exploring the shoreline and observing local wildlife. The surrounding area is characterised by dramatic landscapes typical of the Scottish Islands.
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- Coordinates
- 58.8702, -2.9095
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2SY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-11153545 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Weddell Bay?
- Weddell Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2SY).
- What is Weddell Bay?
- Weddell Bay — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Weddell Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2SY.
- How do I get to Weddell Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2SY. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.