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Tres Ness

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

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Tres Ness

Over Tresness, Isle of Sanday. The Bay of Newark is in the lower left of this aerial photograph, with Cata Sand and the Bay of Tresness on the other side of the spit of land.
Over Tresness, Isle of Sanday. Credit: Mark Crook

Tres Ness is a prominent coastal feature located on the mainland of Orkney, an archipelago in Scotland. Situated on the northeastern coast of the island, it is a headland that extends into the North Sea, forming a distinctive point. Tres Ness is known for its rugged and dramatic landscape, characterized by steep cliffs and rocky outcrops.

The headland offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastline, with its cliffs reaching impressive heights. The geological composition of Tres Ness is primarily composed of sandstone, which has been shaped and eroded over thousands of years by the relentless force of the sea. This has resulted in the formation of sea stacks, caves, and natural arches that add to the area's beauty and intrigue.

Tres Ness is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The headland's grassy slopes provide habitat for nesting seabirds, including fulmars, kittiwakes, and guillemots, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. The surrounding waters are teeming with marine life, and visitors may be lucky enough to spot seals, dolphins, or even orcas.

Access to Tres Ness is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath that leads visitors to the headland. The site is often visited by hikers, nature lovers, and photographers, who come to appreciate its natural beauty and tranquility. Tres Ness offers a unique opportunity to experience the rugged coastal landscape of Orkney and immerse oneself in the untamed beauty of the North Sea.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 59.229588/-2.5126772 or Grid Reference HY7038. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Over Tresness, Isle of Sanday. The Bay of Newark is in the lower left of this aerial photograph, with Cata Sand and the Bay of Tresness on the other side of the spit of land.
Over Tresness, Isle of Sanday.
The Bay of Newark is in the lower left of this aerial photograph, with Cata Sand and the Bay of Tresness on the other side of the spit of land.
Tres Ness trig on Sanday
Tres Ness trig on Sanday
Tres Ness on Sanday
Tres Ness on Sanday
Cruis Taing at Tres Ness on Sanday
Cruis Taing at Tres Ness on Sanday
Cata Sand Dunes and Beach Looking NNE along almost 3km of pristine sand. This is the seaward side of the Cata Sand dune complex.
Cata Sand Dunes and Beach
Looking NNE along almost 3km of pristine sand. This is the seaward side of the Cata Sand dune complex.
Aerial view of Tress Ness Sanday is laid out behind the promontory of Tress Ness. The sea is partially covering Cata Sand which is split by a narrow strip of land from the Bay of Newark. The view was taken from the morning flight from Kirkwall on the Mainland of Orkney to Sumburgh at the south tip of Mainland Shetland.
Aerial view of Tress Ness
Sanday is laid out behind the promontory of Tress Ness. The sea is partially covering Cata Sand which is split by a narrow strip of land from the Bay of Newark. The view was taken from the morning flight from Kirkwall on the Mainland of Orkney to Sumburgh at the south tip of Mainland Shetland.
Tresness, Sanday, Orkney There's supposed to be a visitor attraction here - The Engine House, but we couldn't find it!
Tresness, Sanday, Orkney
There's supposed to be a visitor attraction here - The Engine House, but we couldn't find it!
The Engine House, Tresness, Sanday, Orkney Orknet tourism page <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.orknet.co.uk/tourism/sanday.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.orknet.co.uk/tourism/sanday.htm">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> says "The old farm steading at Tressness has an octagonal roofed horse engine house. The horse powered device was used to turn a threshing machine in the barn next door." The octagonal roof is clearly visible on satellite photos. CANMORE (The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland) <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/3562/details/sanday+tresness+house/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/3562/details/sanday+tresness+house/">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> has a site record with further details and more photos.
The Engine House, Tresness, Sanday, Orkney
Orknet tourism page LinkExternal link says "The old farm steading at Tressness has an octagonal roofed horse engine house. The horse powered device was used to turn a threshing machine in the barn next door." The octagonal roof is clearly visible on satellite photos. CANMORE (The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland) LinkExternal link has a site record with further details and more photos.
Tresness, The Engine House, Sanday, Orkney We weren't exactly sure where the Engine House was, as we expected a visitor attraction, but the house was in a spectacular location, nevertheless.
Tresness, The Engine House, Sanday, Orkney
We weren't exactly sure where the Engine House was, as we expected a visitor attraction, but the house was in a spectacular location, nevertheless.
Lochan near Hangie Head, Sanday, Orkney Another wonderful Orkney name!
Lochan near Hangie Head, Sanday, Orkney
Another wonderful Orkney name!
Tresness Trig, Sanday, Orkney
Tresness Trig, Sanday, Orkney
Chambered Cairn, Tresness, Sanday, Orkney Had to perch precariously at the edge of the impressive 9 m high cliff to get this photo!
Chambered Cairn, Tresness, Sanday, Orkney
Had to perch precariously at the edge of the impressive 9 m high cliff to get this photo!
Power lines, Sanday, Orkney The photo shows the power lines crossing The Clogg to serve the properties on the Tres Ness peninsula.
Power lines, Sanday, Orkney
The photo shows the power lines crossing The Clogg to serve the properties on the Tres Ness peninsula.
Shoreline by Cata Sand, Sanday
Shoreline by Cata Sand, Sanday
Flooded track at Tresness, Sanday
Flooded track at Tresness, Sanday
Trig point at Tresness, Sanday
Trig point at Tresness, Sanday
Wall by the shore at Tres Ness, Sanday
Wall by the shore at Tres Ness, Sanday
Old building at Tresness, Sanday This may have been a tank used to store water for the surrounding farm.
Old building at Tresness, Sanday
This may have been a tank used to store water for the surrounding farm.
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Tres Ness is located at Grid Ref: HY7038 (Lat: 59.229588, Lng: -2.5126772)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

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