North Ness

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

North Ness

Old Milestone, South Walls, Orkney Milestone by the UC road, in parish of Walls and Flotta (Hoy District), South Walls, West of entrance to Aithsdale.

Inscription reads:-
L&#039;Ness
5
{arrow-&gt;}
(To Lyness)

HES Grade C(S) listed.
Reference: LB48335 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB48335" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB48335">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: OR_HYNNKH05 — Old Milestone, South Walls, Orkney Credit: Milestone Society

North Ness is a prominent coastal feature located in the Orkney Islands, situated off the northeastern coast of Scotland. It is a headland that juts out into the North Sea, forming a distinctive point on the island's coastline.

Standing at an elevation of approximately 20 meters above sea level, North Ness offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. The headland is characterized by rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, adding to its dramatic beauty. The coastline is dotted with small caves and sea stacks, which provide a habitat for various seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills.

The area surrounding North Ness is also rich in history and archaeology. The headland is home to several ancient sites, including the remains of a prehistoric settlement known as Skara Brae. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a glimpse into Neolithic life, with well-preserved stone houses and artifacts dating back over 5,000 years.

North Ness is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers. Visitors can explore the coastal path that winds along the headland, offering breathtaking views of the sea and the nearby islands. The area is known for its diverse wildlife, with seals often seen basking on the rocks and otters occasionally spotted along the shoreline.

Overall, North Ness is a captivating coastal feature that combines natural beauty, archaeological significance, and abundant wildlife. Whether it is for its stunning landscapes, historical importance, or wildlife encounters, this headland attracts visitors from all over the world.

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North Ness Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.806482/-3.205656 or Grid Reference ND3091. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone, South Walls, Orkney

Milestone by the UC road, in parish of Walls and Flotta (Hoy District), South Walls, West of entrance to Aithsdale. Inscription reads:- L'Ness 5 {arrow->} (To Lyness) HES Grade C(S) listed. Reference: LB48335 Link

Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: OR_HYNNKH05

Milestone Society

Old Milestone, South Walls, Orkney

Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: OR_HYNNKH05

Jon Glew

Old Milestone by the B9047, Lythes, Walls & Flotta parish

Milestone by the B9047, in parish of Walls & Flotta (Hoy District), Lythes, near farm gate, on banking, East side of road. Inscription reads:- N.NESS 5 {arrow->} S.NESS {<-arrow} Grade C(S) listed. Reference: LB48342 Link

Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: OR_HYNNSN05

Milestone Society

Old Milestone by the B9047, Heldale, Walls & Flotta parish

Milestone by the B9047, in parish of Walls & Flotta (Hoy District), Heldale, on banking, South side of road. Inscription reads:- N.NESS 1 {arrow->} S.NESS {<-arrow} 4 Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: OR_HYNNSN01

Milestone Society

South Walls

Gallow Tuag WWII Royal Navy Wireless Station

J M Briscoe

WW2 Radar Station

Despite looking at this building from all different angles I couldn't see how this was ever a radar station! Just visible in the background are some of the many wooden posts which I assume were once part of the station.

Calum McRoberts

Grazing on South Walls

South Walls is well known for the quality of its livestock.

Calum McRoberts

Milestone, South Walls, Orkney

L'Ness 5 (Lyness)

Becky Williamson

Lyness: phone box at North Ness

This telephone box, correctly located on the 1:50,000 map but wrongly positioned on the 1:25,000, occupies an attractive position right by the shore.

Chris Downer

Longhope: the harbour

Small harbour and lifeboat at Longhope on the island of South Walls.

Chris Downer

Longhope: view from Wee Fea

A view over Longhope from the viewpoint a mile or two northwest above Lyness.

Chris Downer

Hoy: telephone box at North Ness

This red phone box is correctly positioned on the 1:50,000 map but wrongly placed a little south on the 1:25,000.

Chris Downer

Hoy: postbox № KW17 105, Little Ayre

This small postbox is emptied at 8 o'clock each morning, except Sunday. Although Hoy and South Walls are postally within KW16 (Stromness), all the postboxes on the two islands are numbered KW17, presumably in error. In the background is the ND3091 : Hoy: telephone box at North Ness.

Chris Downer

Hoy: North Walls kirk

The parish church of North Walls occupies a splendid position by the shore of North Bay.

Chris Downer

Longhope: approaching the harbour

The little road leading down to the village centre, with the lifeboat station ahead of us and the general store/post office behind the telephone box on the left.

Chris Downer

Longhope: John F.M. Groat & Sons Ltd.

Directly facing the harbour, this shop is Longhope's well-stocked general merchant and post office.

Chris Downer

Longhope: the postbox at the post office

This is the postbox set into the wall of ND3090 : Longhope: John F.M. Groat & Sons Ltd. which is the village stores and post office. I would usually title a photo like this, "postbox № ..." but it has escaped being listed on the Royal Mail's listing. This is possibly because the list is chiefly used for the type of collection plate should it need replacing, and this, being a nonstandard box without an information plate, does not need to be included.

Chris Downer