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Sep 22, 2024
Our group tour of Orkney included a visit to this location, and we are glad that it did. Limited parking is located at the end of a narrow road, and it is a tidal island only accessible by foot acros… Full review by Chris M
Sep 4, 2024
I had resigned myself to the fact that we nay not get to see it and experience walking across the causeway at low tide as i did not want to rush visiting the other locations i wanted to see, however,… Full review by BarbaraRiekwel
Aug 13, 2024
What a fantastic place, great walk at low tide and lots of great walks to be done if you miss low tide. We had the pleasure of staying overnight as Motorhomes are welcomed and the cafe nearby is exce… Full review by Thomamum
I would like to go on a a Sunday but I am relying on public transports. I am aware about the tidal times but I am not sure is buses run in that day. Thanks for any help!
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You can get bus timetables on the internet Try the Visit Orkney site
How far is this from Kirkwall and what’s the best way to get there?
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Brough of birsay is about 20 miles from Kirkwall which you can do by car in 40 minutes heading out in the Finnstown direction. Remember to check tides by searching for tide times for …
Brough of birsay is about 20 miles from Kirkwall which you can do by car in 40 minutes heading out in the Finnstown direction. Remember to check tides by searching for tide times for BBrough of Birsay.. Look for a day when the tide is low while you are there.
Hi. We will be visiting the area in mid May. Is the entire Brough of Birsay island closed in May, or is it just admission to some of the sites. We were hoping to view the lighthouse and see the birds from the cliffs.
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The Brough of Birsay (the small island) is open all year, however, access is limited by the tide & the weather. There is a small Historic Scotland information unit - it is this that is …
The Brough of Birsay (the small island) is open all year, however, access is limited by the tide & the weather. There is a small Historic Scotland information unit - it is this that is closed except for summer months. You can access the island & walk to the lighthouse if the tide is out & the causeway is clear. Goggle 'Orkney tide times' & look for Birsay Bay or Brough of Birsay. If the tide is in you can walk the coast either way & get great views to the island. Also don't miss the Earls Palace in Birsay Village & get refreshment at the Birsay Tearoom. Enjoy your trip
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