Twinyess

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

Twinyess

North Ronaldsay: old petrol pump by the airfield I think it&#039;s a few years since this pump last dispensed any fuel. — North Ronaldsay: old petrol pump by the airfield Credit: Chris Downer

Twinyess is a prominent coastal feature located in Orkney, an archipelago situated off the northeastern coast of Scotland. Specifically, it is a headland that juts out into the North Sea, forming a distinctive point. The name "Twinyess" is derived from the Old Norse words "tveinn" and "nes," meaning "double" and "promontory" respectively, indicating its unique formation.

This coastal feature boasts stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The headland is characterized by rugged cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, creating a picturesque backdrop against the crashing waves. The cliffs are composed of sedimentary rocks, including sandstone and shale, which have been eroded over time by the relentless force of the sea.

Twinyess offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastline, with its elevated position providing an excellent vantage point for observing the vast expanse of the North Sea. The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including seabirds such as gulls, puffins, and fulmars, which nest on the cliffs.

Visitors to Twinyess can enjoy various outdoor activities, including hiking along the coastal trails that meander through the headland. These trails offer both exhilarating cliff-top walks and peaceful strolls along the sandy beaches nestled within secluded coves. The area is also popular for birdwatching and photography, as the headland provides ample opportunities to capture the natural beauty of Orkney's coastal landscape.

Overall, Twinyess is a magnificent coastal feature that epitomizes the rugged charm of Orkney's coastline, offering visitors an unforgettable experience immersed in nature's grandeur.

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Twinyess Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.359374/-2.4506798 or Grid Reference HY7452. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

North Ronaldsay: old petrol pump by the airfield

I think it's a few years since this pump last dispensed any fuel.

Chris Downer

North Ronaldsay: the New Kirk

Despite being the 'new' kirk (in relation to the 'old' kirk south of here), the church is itself disused from a religious point of view. It has, though, been reincarnated as a heritage centre with a whole host of photographs and information documenting all aspects of life on the island. See HY7553 : North Ronaldsay: inside the new kirk for a glimpse of some of the information panels within.

Chris Downer

North Ronaldsay: inside the new kirk

Looking down from the gallery of HY7553 : North Ronaldsay: the New Kirk, on the western end of the exhibition of North Ronaldsay life. It is a fascinating place, with panels looking at different aspects of the island - postal, school, etc. - and continues in the smaller part of the building.

Chris Downer

North Ronaldsay: approaching by air

Looking through the front window of the plane as it approaches the airfield on North Ronaldsay. This is the 10:50 from Kirkwall, which arrives at 11:08. The odd shiny lines are reflections of the leather seat on the glass.

Chris Downer

North Ronaldsay: the post office

The post office is more or less in the centre of the island, and is open 10-12 Monday and Wednesday-to-Friday, and 12-2 on Tuesdays. See HY7553 : North Ronaldsay: postbox № KW17 119 for a close-up of the postbox in the wall.

Chris Downer

North Ronaldsay: postbox № KW17 119

The island's only postbox is set into a window of HY7553 : North Ronaldsay: the post office. It is a nice, and increasingly rare, example of what is known as a 'carpenter's box' - one that was locally made to suit, and clearly not a regular design. The window is also embellished with a whalebone.

Chris Downer

Holland House from Nouster, North Ronaldsay

Mike Pennington

Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay

Although named South Bay on OS maps, this is known as Nouster Bay locally.

Mike Pennington

Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay

Looking across towards the pier; although named South Bay on OS maps, the bay is known as Nouster Bay locally.

Mike Pennington

South Bay, North Ronaldsay, from the air

Mike Pennington

Off loading cars from MV Earl Sigard at North Ronaldsay

North Ronaldsay is the only inhabited island in the Orkney Islands where vehicles need to be craned off and on.

Colin Park

On North Ronaldsay - South Bay

Colin Park

On North Ronaldsay - walking from the jetty towards Holland

Colin Park

On North Ronaldsay - Trig point at Holland

Colin Park

North Ronaldsay Airport

Colin Park

Old mills at Nesstoun, North Ronaldsay

The large building is a watermill, built in 1907 to replace another nearby. The conical stump is the base of Peckhouse Windmill which had a wooden upper structure.

Greg Fitchett