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Birsay Bay

Bay in Orkney

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Birsay Bay

Linkshouse Currently (2021) being converted to an Artists Residency Centre for the Pier Arts Centre, Stromness.
Linkshouse Credit: Graeme Yuill

Birsay Bay is a picturesque bay located on the northwest coast of the Orkney mainland in Scotland. The bay is surrounded by stunning cliffs and rolling green hills, providing a beautiful backdrop for visitors to enjoy. The bay is known for its sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and abundance of wildlife.

Birsay Bay is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for swimming, kayaking, and bird watching. The bay is home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, making it a great location for birdwatching.

In addition to its natural beauty, Birsay Bay also has historical significance. The nearby Brough of Birsay is an ancient settlement that was once the seat of the Norse earls of Orkney. Visitors can explore the ruins of the settlement and learn about its history.

Overall, Birsay Bay is a must-visit destination for those looking to experience the natural beauty and rich history of the Orkney Islands. Its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and historical sites make it a unique and memorable location for visitors of all ages.

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Birsay Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.126343/-3.3316481 or Grid Reference HY2327. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Linkshouse Currently (2021) being converted to an Artists Residency Centre for the Pier Arts Centre, Stromness.
Linkshouse
Currently (2021) being converted to an Artists Residency Centre for the Pier Arts Centre, Stromness.
Linkshouse Site Signboard Currently (2021) being converted to an Artists Residency Centre for the Pier Arts Centre, Stromness.
Linkshouse Site Signboard
Currently (2021) being converted to an Artists Residency Centre for the Pier Arts Centre, Stromness.
Brough Head lighthouse
Brough Head lighthouse
The western range of the Earl's Palace at Birsay
The western range of the Earl's Palace at Birsay
The eastern range of the Earl's Palace at Birsay
The eastern range of the Earl's Palace at Birsay
Huts on the shore at Birsay
Huts on the shore at Birsay
Rocky shore at Brough Sounds
Rocky shore at Brough Sounds
Nousts at Skiba Geo The nousts are the remains of huts used by fishermen for whom Skiba Geo was a natural harbour. Note: Skiba Geo is the local spelling.
Nousts at Skiba Geo
The nousts are the remains of huts used by fishermen for whom Skiba Geo was a natural harbour. Note: Skiba Geo is the local spelling.
Tidal causeway across Brough Sounds
Tidal causeway across Brough Sounds
Lower Palace from the Brough of Birsay
Lower Palace from the Brough of Birsay
Rocks below the cliffs at Brough Head On the Brough of Birsay.
Rocks below the cliffs at Brough Head
On the Brough of Birsay.
Brough of Birsay lighthouse
Brough of Birsay lighthouse
Looking towards Marwick Head and the Kitchener Memorial Taken from the clifftops of Brough Head on the Brough of Birsay.
Looking towards Marwick Head and the Kitchener Memorial
Taken from the clifftops of Brough Head on the Brough of Birsay.
Slipway at the Point of Buckquoy Marwick Head and the Kitchener Memorial in the distance.
Slipway at the Point of Buckquoy
Marwick Head and the Kitchener Memorial in the distance.
Grassland by Birsay Bay, Orkney
Grassland by Birsay Bay, Orkney
Old wall and building at Point of Buckquoy, Orkney
Old wall and building at Point of Buckquoy, Orkney
Rocky Shore The shore south of the causeway that gives access to the Brough of Birsay, with Marwick Head in the distance. The causeway is under water at high tide, so you need to be sure to get off the island in good time.
Rocky Shore
The shore south of the causeway that gives access to the Brough of Birsay, with Marwick Head in the distance. The causeway is under water at high tide, so you need to be sure to get off the island in good time.
Geo on the Brough of Birsay If I have read the maps correctly, the geo is Cove Hole and the cliff to the right is Little Brough. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5818359">HY2328 : Eroded Dyke</a>.
Geo on the Brough of Birsay
If I have read the maps correctly, the geo is Cove Hole and the cliff to the right is Little Brough. See also HY2328 : Eroded Dyke.
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Birsay Bay is located at Grid Ref: HY2327 (Lat: 59.126343, Lng: -3.3316481)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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