Port Seir

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Orkney

Scotland

Port Seir

Beach at Backaskaill, Sanday
Beach at Backaskaill, Sanday Credit: Alpin Stewart

Port Seir is a small coastal settlement located in the Orkney Islands in Scotland. It is situated on the shores of a picturesque sea inlet, known as an estuary, which leads out to the North Sea. The estuary provides a sheltered harbor for fishing boats and small craft, making it a popular spot for marine activities.

The surrounding landscape of Port Seir is characterized by rugged cliffs and rolling green hills, offering stunning views of the sea and nearby islands. The area is rich in wildlife, with seabirds such as puffins and guillemots often seen along the rocky coastline.

In addition to its natural beauty, Port Seir also boasts a small creek that runs through the village, providing a tranquil setting for residents and visitors alike. The creek is lined with quaint cottages and fishing huts, adding to the charm of this coastal community.

Overall, Port Seir is a peaceful and idyllic destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the beauty of the Orkney Islands.

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Port Seir Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.25419/-2.6282521 or Grid Reference HY6441. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beach at Backaskaill, Sanday
Beach at Backaskaill, Sanday
Backaskaill trig
Backaskaill trig
Milestone 2 miles to Kettletoft.
Milestone
2 miles to Kettletoft.
Marygarth Manse Mid 19th Century Building.
Marygarth Manse
Mid 19th Century Building.
Stack at Taing of the Pund, Sanday Looking northeast towards the Bay of Brough. This whole stretch of coastline is spectacular, with superb erosional features such as arches, caves and stacks.
Stack at Taing of the Pund, Sanday
Looking northeast towards the Bay of Brough. This whole stretch of coastline is spectacular, with superb erosional features such as arches, caves and stacks.
Natural Arch near Blue Geo, Sanday Looking southwest, into the afternoon sun, hence the high contrast. Wave cut platform foreground, with arch.
Natural Arch near Blue Geo, Sanday
Looking southwest, into the afternoon sun, hence the high contrast. Wave cut platform foreground, with arch.
Cliffs and Strata, The Wheems, Sanday Dipping strata eroded into fantastic features. Calf of Eday beyond on the horizon.
Cliffs and Strata, The Wheems, Sanday
Dipping strata eroded into fantastic features. Calf of Eday beyond on the horizon.
Sanday Parish Church near Broughtown
Sanday Parish Church near Broughtown
Boat on the shore at Ayre, Sanday
Boat on the shore at Ayre, Sanday
Over wall and fields to Purgatory, Sanday
Over wall and fields to Purgatory, Sanday
Ruin by the Coo Road, Sanday
Ruin by the Coo Road, Sanday
Bea Loch, Sanday Taken from the Islander plane
Bea Loch, Sanday
Taken from the Islander plane
Backaskaill Bay looking East, Sanday, Orkney Looking east toward Bea Ness.
Keywords:Scotland, Orkney, Islands, beach, sand, sea, remote, ocean, silver sand, coast
Backaskaill Bay looking East, Sanday, Orkney
Looking east toward Bea Ness. Keywords:Scotland, Orkney, Islands, beach, sand, sea, remote, ocean, silver sand, coast
Backaskaill Bay, Sanday, Orkney Looking West.
Backaskaill Bay, Sanday, Orkney
Looking West.
Backaskaill House, Sanday, Orkney General shot of Backaskaill House. Was once a farm house, but now detached and no longer part of the farm.
Backaskaill House, Sanday, Orkney
General shot of Backaskaill House. Was once a farm house, but now detached and no longer part of the farm.
Backaskaill House, Sanday from the beach View of Backaskaill House from the beach of Backaskail Bay. Note that the house name is spelt with two l's.
Keywords:Scotland, Sanday, Orkney, beach, coast, sand, farm buildings, bay, sea
Backaskaill House, Sanday from the beach
View of Backaskaill House from the beach of Backaskail Bay. Note that the house name is spelt with two l's. Keywords:Scotland, Sanday, Orkney, beach, coast, sand, farm buildings, bay, sea
Backaskaill House, Sanday with bay in background Backaskaill House lies very near to the beach of Backaskail Bay. Note two l's used in house spelling.
Backaskaill House, Sanday with bay in background
Backaskaill House lies very near to the beach of Backaskail Bay. Note two l's used in house spelling.
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Port Seir is located at Grid Ref: HY6441 (Lat: 59.25419, Lng: -2.6282521)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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