The settlement can only be reached via a jetty that is not accessible at high tide. 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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March 24, 2024

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The Brough of Birsay is located on an uninhabited tidal island and features the remains of Pictish and Norse settlements.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brough_of_Birsay

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1. View of the Brough of Birsay – Brough of Birsay Causeway loop from Brough of Birsay

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2. Brough of Birsay Causeway – Earl's Palace Birsay loop from Brough of Birsay

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3. Brough of Birsay Causeway – Earl's Palace Birsay loop from Brough of Birsay

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Location: Birsay, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. View of the Brough of Birsay – Brough of Birsay Causeway loop from Brough of Birsay

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