Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Whale Firth
Whale Firth — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Whale Firth 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
Whale Firth is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its dramatic coastal features and rich marine biodiversity. The area is known for its stunning scenery and opportunities for wildlife observation, particularly marine life. The Firth is an important ecological site, contributing to the region's natural heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 60.6167, -1.1500
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9BL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2634198 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Whale Firth?
- Whale Firth is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9BL).
- What is Whale Firth?
- Whale Firth — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Whale Firth?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9BL.
- How do I get to Whale Firth?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9BL. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.