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Dingy's Howe, Upper Sanday

Open accessScotland's right of responsible access applies

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Dingy's Howe, Upper Sanday is one of 47 brochs the Albion Guide charts in Orkney Islands. Other brochs nearby include East Broch, Loch of Ayre broch and Broch of Lingro.

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Photo of Dingieshowe Beach, a beach near Burray Village, the Orkney Islands, the Scottish Highlands and Islands.Highlight

Dingieshowe Beach

Beach near Burray Village

A sandy beach on the narrow isthmus joining Deerness to the East Mainland, backed by dunes.

0.1 km S

Photo of The Gloup, a visitor attraction in the Orkney Islands, the Scottish Highlands and Islands.Highlight

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A spectacular collapsed sea cave connected to the sea by a tunnel, in the Mull Head reserve on Deerness.

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Photo of Churchill Barriers, a visitor attraction near Burray Village, the Orkney Islands, the Scottish Highlands and Islands.Highlight

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Four WWII causeways linking the Mainland to South Ronaldsay, flanked by the rusting hulks of scuttled blockships.

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Photo of Brough of Deerness, a visitor attraction in the Orkney Islands, the Scottish Highlands and Islands.Highlight

Brough of Deerness

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