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Binscarth Wood

Distance Approximate Time Height Gain OS Map
2.8 kms 00:45 (hrs:mins) 20 metres Explorer 463: Orkney - West Mainland

Description

Looking over to two visitors at the entrance to Maes Howe, west of Finstown Route map

The route starts by following the old drovers road close to Finstown village, which leads to Binscarth's seven and a half acre wood planted last century. The wood is also the site of Orkney's largest rookery.

Access Info


From Stromness the layby is on the left before entering Finstown. From Kirkwall, drive through the village and the layby is on the right. Park in the layby, or in Finstown.
Regular bus town from both Stromness and Kirkwall to Finstown.

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