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Brough of Birsay Causeway

Brough of Birsay Causeway

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Brough of Birsay Causeway

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Location: Birsay, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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christian427

October 28, 2022

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It's a tidal island so only accessible for around two hours either side of low tide, and it's linked to a headland by a concrete causeway (240 meter - 790 feet) visible only when the sea retreats.

Bear S.

August 15, 2024

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Only accessible at low tide. Be sure to check the tide table, e.g. here:

metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gft8ks291#?forecastChoice=weather&date=2024-08-15

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