RSPB Hoy, Orkney

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Overview

This mixture of moorland and cliff tops may be exposed to the elements, so you really do need to wrap up warm, but a visit is very rewarding. You'll see the famous Old Man of Hoy rock stack that has inspired generations of climbers, not to mention the nesting seabirds that have been known to dive-bomb them. From guillemots, kittiwakes and red-throated divers on the cliffs, to great skuas, red grouse and golden plovers on the moors, you should see some beautiful and fascinating birds.

Location

HOY, KW16 3NJ

About the area

This cluster of more than 70 islands and skerries lies off the northern coast of Scotland, separated from it by the churning waters of the Pentland Firth. Approaching on the ferry from Scrabster or Aberdeen, the first view of Hoy, with its tall rock stacks and slabby red sandstone cliffs, is at first misleading.

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RSPB Hoy, Orkney

HOY, KW16 3NJ

01856 850176

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RSPB Hoy, Orkney

Recommended by

Overview

This mixture of moorland and cliff tops may be exposed to the elements, so you really do need to wrap up warm, but a visit is very rewarding. You'll see the famous Old Man of Hoy rock stack that has inspired generations of climbers, not to mention the nesting seabirds that have been known to dive-bomb them. From guillemots, kittiwakes and red-throated divers on the cliffs, to great skuas, red grouse and golden plovers on the moors, you should see some beautiful and fascinating birds.

Location

HOY, KW16 3NJ

About the area

Area image

This cluster of more than 70 islands and skerries lies off the northern coast of Scotland, separated from it by the churning waters of the Pentland Firth. Approaching on the ferry from Scrabster or Aberdeen, the first view of Hoy, with its tall rock stacks and slabby red sandstone cliffs, is at first misleading.