Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
St Catherine's Bay
St Catherine's Bay — bay in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
St Catherine's Bay is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "bay in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 59.1195°, -2.6354°.
Place summary
St Catherine's Bay is a coastal location situated in the Scottish Islands, postcode KW17. This area is characterised by its rugged landscape and natural beauty, typical of Scotland's island geography. The bay offers a blend of scenic views and outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1195, -2.6354
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2AE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- wikidata: Q24638351 (CC0)
- commons: St Catherine's Bay - geograph.org.uk - 1086230.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Catherine's Bay?
- St Catherine's Bay is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2AE).
- Is St Catherine's Bay free to visit?
- Yes, St Catherine's Bay is free to enter.
- How do I get to St Catherine's Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2AE. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.