Gaultiquoy

Settlement in Caithness

Scotland

Gaultiquoy

Winter, Wick Riverside After a few days of snowfall.
Winter, Wick Riverside Credit: David Bremner

Gaultiquoy is a small village located in the historic county of Caithness, in the northernmost part of the Scottish mainland. Situated on the picturesque east coast, Gaultiquoy is nestled between the towns of Wick and Lybster.

The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling green hills, rugged coastal cliffs, and breathtaking sea views. It offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a quiet retreat or a place to reconnect with nature.

With a population of around 200 residents, Gaultiquoy has a close-knit community that contributes to its warm and welcoming atmosphere. The village is home to a few small businesses, including a local pub, a post office, and a convenience store, providing essential amenities to both residents and visitors.

History enthusiasts will find Gaultiquoy fascinating, as the village is steeped in ancient history. The area boasts several archaeological sites, including standing stones and burial mounds, which offer insights into the lives of the early inhabitants of Caithness.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Gaultiquoy provides ample opportunities for exploration and adventure. The surrounding area offers excellent hiking trails, perfect for enjoying the scenic landscapes and spotting local wildlife. Additionally, the coastal waters are popular among anglers, offering opportunities for fishing.

Overall, Gaultiquoy, Caithness, offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, surrounded by stunning natural beauty and rich in historical significance.

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Gaultiquoy Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.438506/-3.1215657 or Grid Reference ND3450. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Winter, Wick Riverside After a few days of snowfall.
Winter, Wick Riverside
After a few days of snowfall.
Wick Business Park Town planners should pay heed to what out of town developments have done to Wick town centre. This retail park and the Tescos on the north side of town have all but killed a once prosperous town centre.
Wick Business Park
Town planners should pay heed to what out of town developments have done to Wick town centre. This retail park and the Tescos on the north side of town have all but killed a once prosperous town centre.
Fields of cut grass south of Wick The uncut grass across the centre of the picture is a track on the route of the old Wick & Lybster Light Railway
Fields of cut grass south of Wick
The uncut grass across the centre of the picture is a track on the route of the old Wick & Lybster Light Railway
Welcome to Wick The A99 enters Wick with the cemetery on the right and the new Wick Retail Park on the left.
Welcome to Wick
The A99 enters Wick with the cemetery on the right and the new Wick Retail Park on the left.
Retail Park in Wick
Retail Park in Wick
Road from Newton to Wick
Road from Newton to Wick
Hay bales drying at Newton
Hay bales drying at Newton
Lidl Supermarket, Wick On South Road (A99).
Lidl Supermarket, Wick
On South Road (A99).
Shops, Wick Retail Park
Shops, Wick Retail Park
Copse This copse of trees is a mix of conifer and deciduous. Quite a variety of birds can be seen here.
Copse
This copse of trees is a mix of conifer and deciduous. Quite a variety of birds can be seen here.
Pond, Newtonhill A popular part of the community woodland.
Pond, Newtonhill
A popular part of the community woodland.
Plantation Edge The edge of a plantation of evergreen trees near Cairn of Stirkoke.
Plantation Edge
The edge of a plantation of evergreen trees near Cairn of Stirkoke.
Burn of Newton Taken near Charity Farm.
Burn of Newton
Taken near Charity Farm.
Town sign, Royal Burgh of Wick
Town sign, Royal Burgh of Wick
Woodland A popular woodland walk for dog owners at the top of Newtonhill just outside Wick
Woodland
A popular woodland walk for dog owners at the top of Newtonhill just outside Wick
Caithness arable land View east towards Wick across the shallow valley of the Burn of Milton.
Caithness arable land
View east towards Wick across the shallow valley of the Burn of Milton.
Old and new The nearer abandoned croft is balanced by the new house being constructed to the left of the road.
Old and new
The nearer abandoned croft is balanced by the new house being constructed to the left of the road.
Cemetery just outside Wick
Cemetery just outside Wick
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Gaultiquoy is located at Grid Ref: ND3450 (Lat: 58.438506, Lng: -3.1215657)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 58.438506,-3.1215657
Bus Stop
Milton
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 6700600170
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Milton
Naptan Indicator: Bus Shelter (Southeast bound)
Naptan Landmark: Bus Shelter
Naptan NaptanCode: 45325957
Naptan Street: A882
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 58.4414834/-3.1184286
Milton
Place: village
Lat/Long: 58.4410635/-3.1207193
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 58.4387355/-3.1263835
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 58.4378216/-3.1275124
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 58.4369607/-3.1285845
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 58.4397919/-3.1250983
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 58.4407823/-3.1239166
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 58.4416133/-3.1228811
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 58.4419894/-3.1224019
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 58.4424209/-3.1218131
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