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Ornsay
Ornsay — small tidal island to the east of the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–12 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Ornsay is a island in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 35 km². Part of Inner Hebrides. Wikidata describes it as: "small tidal island to the east of the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland". Coordinates: 57.1467°, -5.7867°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Ornsay is a small tidal island to the east of the Sleat peninsula on the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland.
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Background
Description
The island provides good shelter to a natural harbour which is overlooked by the village of Isleornsay. The "Ornsay" lighthouse stands on the neighbouring islet, Eilean Sionnach. After the lighthouse was automated, Eilean Sionnach Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage became privately owned and is now let as holiday accommodation.
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- Coordinates
- 57.1467, -5.7867
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV43 8QR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
- Official site
- www.scottish.parliament.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q2311511 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Ornsay (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Ornsay Lighthouse - geograph.org.uk - 541396.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ornsay?
- Ornsay is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV43 8QR).
- Is Ornsay free to visit?
- Yes, Ornsay is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ornsay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode IV43 8QR. It sits within the Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire parliamentary constituency.