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Aith

Settlement in Orkney

Scotland

Aith

Bay of Holland Looking across the immaculate beach of the Sand of Rothiesholm to Bay of Holland and the turbines of Bu Wind Farm <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1371392" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1371392">Link</a>
Bay of Holland Credit: Adam Ward

Aith is a small settlement located on the west coast of the island of Mainland in Orkney, Scotland. Situated about 10 miles west of the main town of Kirkwall, Aith is a picturesque village with a population of around 200 residents.

The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, surrounded by rolling green hills and offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The coastal location makes Aith an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for fishing, birdwatching, and coastal walks.

Aith is also home to a small harbor, which serves as a base for local fishermen and pleasure craft. The harbor is an important economic hub for the village, providing income and employment opportunities for the community.

In terms of amenities, Aith offers a range of facilities to cater to the needs of its residents and visitors. These include a primary school, a community center, and a post office. The village also has a pub and a grocery store, ensuring that basic necessities are readily available to locals and tourists alike.

With its tranquil atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings, Aith is a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of the Orkney landscape, explore the nearby archaeological sites, or simply enjoy the quiet charm of this idyllic village.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 59.11621/-2.6162756 or Grid Reference HY6425. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bay of Holland Looking across the immaculate beach of the Sand of Rothiesholm to Bay of Holland and the turbines of Bu Wind Farm <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1371392" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1371392">Link</a>
Bay of Holland
Looking across the immaculate beach of the Sand of Rothiesholm to Bay of Holland and the turbines of Bu Wind Farm Link
Main Road on Stronsay Main road heading to Stronsays southwest peninsula near Dale Farm, looking across Bay of Holland to the wind farm on Rothiesholm Head.
Main Road on Stronsay
Main road heading to Stronsays southwest peninsula near Dale Farm, looking across Bay of Holland to the wind farm on Rothiesholm Head.
Bight of Matpow Little bay on the curiously and lovely named Bight of Matpow on the west side of Stronsay.
Bight of Matpow
Little bay on the curiously and lovely named Bight of Matpow on the west side of Stronsay.
Stone Sentinals Difficult to tell if these 2 small standing stones are natural or have been put there. If so - to what purpose? On the west side of Stronsay in the Bight of Matpow looking across the small island of Linga Holm to Eday.
Stone Sentinals
Difficult to tell if these 2 small standing stones are natural or have been put there. If so - to what purpose? On the west side of Stronsay in the Bight of Matpow looking across the small island of Linga Holm to Eday.
Coastline, Holland Bay, Stronsay, Orkney Looking along the bay towards Holland Farm.
Coastline, Holland Bay, Stronsay, Orkney
Looking along the bay towards Holland Farm.
Coastline, Mill Bay, Stronsay, Orkney Looking towards the Point of Cumley and Whitehall Village beyond.
Coastline, Mill Bay, Stronsay, Orkney
Looking towards the Point of Cumley and Whitehall Village beyond.
Coastline, Bight of Aith, Stronsay, Orkney
Coastline, Bight of Aith, Stronsay, Orkney
Worm casts on the beach, St Catherines Bay, Stronsay, Orkney
Worm casts on the beach, St Catherines Bay, Stronsay, Orkney
Abandoned car on the beach, Bay of Holland, Stronsay, Orkney Anyone need parts for an Austin Maestro?
Abandoned car on the beach, Bay of Holland, Stronsay, Orkney
Anyone need parts for an Austin Maestro?
Beach, St Catherines Bay, Stronsay, Orkney Looking towards Linga Holm. Eday and Rousay are beyond.
Beach, St Catherines Bay, Stronsay, Orkney
Looking towards Linga Holm. Eday and Rousay are beyond.
Winch and slipway, St Catherine's Bay, Stronsay, Orkney From <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/3338/details/stronsay+viewfield" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/3338/details/stronsay+viewfield">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> : "Remains of 2, perhaps 3, eroded, overgrown and partly filled-up nausts, too indeterminate for measurement. One of them contains an iron winch (Archers Patent) and faces an elaborate slipway made of two rows of huge flat-laid flags, the flags each 1.2m wide, the rows laid 0.7m apart, the space between being packed with edge-set transverse slabs. The slipway leads down to a cleared batsto with a sandy bottom, alongside which is a jetty of drystone masonry. "
Winch and slipway, St Catherine's Bay, Stronsay, Orkney
From LinkExternal link : "Remains of 2, perhaps 3, eroded, overgrown and partly filled-up nausts, too indeterminate for measurement. One of them contains an iron winch (Archers Patent) and faces an elaborate slipway made of two rows of huge flat-laid flags, the flags each 1.2m wide, the rows laid 0.7m apart, the space between being packed with edge-set transverse slabs. The slipway leads down to a cleared batsto with a sandy bottom, alongside which is a jetty of drystone masonry. "
Stronsay: field at Yearnasetter An unexpected shaft of evening sunlight catches the tyre ridges and undulations of this field on the west coast of the island, while the sea and distant lands are under cover of cloud.
Stronsay: field at Yearnasetter
An unexpected shaft of evening sunlight catches the tyre ridges and undulations of this field on the west coast of the island, while the sea and distant lands are under cover of cloud.
Stronsay: arriving at Mill Bay beach A very short track from the road arrives at this splendid sandy beach, backed by low dunes.
Stronsay: arriving at Mill Bay beach
A very short track from the road arrives at this splendid sandy beach, backed by low dunes.
Stronsay: looking out across Mill Bay A picture with not many features, but a splendid spot on a lovely sunny afternoon.
Stronsay: looking out across Mill Bay
A picture with not many features, but a splendid spot on a lovely sunny afternoon.
Stronsay: the church Bulky and central to the island, the Church of Scotland kirk was built in the mid 1950s. The church's website states that they are seeking a new minister but in the meantime they "very much appreciate the efforts of local people, plus two gentlemen from the Orkney mainland who have recently been ordained to the local ministry, who ensure services are held Sunday by Sunday" for their congregation of around 81 parishioners.
Stronsay: the church
Bulky and central to the island, the Church of Scotland kirk was built in the mid 1950s. The church's website states that they are seeking a new minister but in the meantime they "very much appreciate the efforts of local people, plus two gentlemen from the Orkney mainland who have recently been ordained to the local ministry, who ensure services are held Sunday by Sunday" for their congregation of around 81 parishioners.
Stronsay: the blue water of Mill Bay Looking along the beach during a paddle.
Stronsay: the blue water of Mill Bay
Looking along the beach during a paddle.
Stronsay: landward view at Mill Bay beach A stripy view consisting of blue sky, some distant clouds, dunes, sand and a cold but beautiful sea.
Stronsay: landward view at Mill Bay beach
A stripy view consisting of blue sky, some distant clouds, dunes, sand and a cold but beautiful sea.
Stronsay: arriving at Sand of Rothiesholm A short path from the car park emerges through the modest dunes and arrives at the beach.
Stronsay: arriving at Sand of Rothiesholm
A short path from the car park emerges through the modest dunes and arrives at the beach.
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Aith is located at Grid Ref: HY6425 (Lat: 59.11621, Lng: -2.6162756)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

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