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Round Labor

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

Round Labor

Holland House from Nouster, North Ronaldsay
Holland House from Nouster, North Ronaldsay Credit: Mike Pennington

Round Labor is a prominent coastal feature located on the mainland of Orkney, an archipelago in northern Scotland. It is categorized as a headland, also referred to as a point, due to its distinctive geographic formation and position along the coast. The headland is situated on the eastern side of Orkney, overlooking the North Sea.

The shape of Round Labor is characterized by a rounded and elevated landmass that extends out into the sea, forming a distinct point. The headland is primarily composed of rugged and rocky terrain, which adds to its visual appeal. The coastline surrounding Round Labor is marked by steep cliffs, enhancing the headland's dramatic presence.

The area surrounding Round Labor is abundant in natural beauty, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and the Orkney Islands. The headland is also a popular spot for birdwatching, as it attracts a wide variety of seabirds, including puffins, gannets, and guillemots.

Access to Round Labor is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading visitors to the headland. The path meanders along the coastline, providing ample opportunities to appreciate the rugged beauty of the area. Additionally, there are designated viewpoints along the way, allowing visitors to pause and take in the panoramic vistas.

Overall, Round Labor is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the stunning natural landscapes that Orkney has to offer. Its unique geological formation and picturesque surroundings make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking to explore the beauty of Scotland's coastline.

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Round Labor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.347489/-2.4224423 or Grid Reference HY7651. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Holland House from Nouster, North Ronaldsay
Holland House from Nouster, North Ronaldsay
Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay Although named South Bay on OS maps, this is known as Nouster Bay locally.
Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay
Although named South Bay on OS maps, this is known as Nouster Bay locally.
Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay Looking across towards the pier; although named South Bay on OS maps, the bay is known as Nouster Bay locally.
Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay
Looking across towards the pier; although named South Bay on OS maps, the bay is known as Nouster Bay locally.
South Bay, North Ronaldsay, from the air
South Bay, North Ronaldsay, from the air
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.
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.
On North Ronaldsay - South Bay
On North Ronaldsay - South Bay
On North Ronaldsay - walking from the jetty towards Holland
On North Ronaldsay - walking from the jetty towards Holland
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.
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.
Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay, from the air Named South Bay on the maps but known as Nouster Bay on the island. Twingness and Loch Gretchen are in the background.
Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay, from the air
Named South Bay on the maps but known as Nouster Bay on the island. Twingness and Loch Gretchen are in the background.
Dunes behind Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay, from the air Loch Gretchen is in the background.
Dunes behind Nouster Bay, North Ronaldsay, from the air
Loch Gretchen is in the background.
North Ronaldsay pier from the air
North Ronaldsay pier from the air
View to the rest of Orkney from North Ronaldsay From near the Bird Observatory, looking towards, if I remember correctly, Sanday, Eday and Rousay.
View to the rest of Orkney from North Ronaldsay
From near the Bird Observatory, looking towards, if I remember correctly, Sanday, Eday and Rousay.
Midsummer sunset at the North Ronaldsay standing stone There appears to be no significance to the alignment of the stone according to the solstice, although the stone does appear to aligned with the setting sun at the equinox.
Midsummer sunset at the North Ronaldsay standing stone
There appears to be no significance to the alignment of the stone according to the solstice, although the stone does appear to aligned with the setting sun at the equinox.
Coastal View Near North Ronaldsay Pier
Coastal View Near North Ronaldsay Pier
Pier at North Ronaldsay
Pier at North Ronaldsay
North Ronaldsay sheep The sheep are a special breed which has evolved to eat seaweed. All access to the shore is fenced to stop them getting onto pastures as their digestive systems cannot cope with grass.
North Ronaldsay sheep
The sheep are a special breed which has evolved to eat seaweed. All access to the shore is fenced to stop them getting onto pastures as their digestive systems cannot cope with grass.
Burrian Broch, North Ronaldsay
Burrian Broch, North Ronaldsay
South Bay beach on North Ronaldsay Sheep on the South Bay beach near Nouster at the southern end of North Ronaldsay, the most Northerly Orkney Island. The Sheep famously spend most of the year grazing only on the beach and seaweed, kept there by a 13 mile drystone dyke, maintained by the community, that circles the entire island.
South Bay beach on North Ronaldsay
Sheep on the South Bay beach near Nouster at the southern end of North Ronaldsay, the most Northerly Orkney Island. The Sheep famously spend most of the year grazing only on the beach and seaweed, kept there by a 13 mile drystone dyke, maintained by the community, that circles the entire island.
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Round Labor is located at Grid Ref: HY7651 (Lat: 59.347489, Lng: -2.4224423)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///episode.bluffing.voter. Near Hollandstoun, Orkney Islands

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