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The Gloup Sea Cave

Natural Monuments

St Andrews And Deerness

The Gloup Sea Cave

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The Gloup Sea Cave

Name: The Gloup Sea Cave
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Location: St Andrews And Deerness, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Best Hikes to The Gloup Sea Cave

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1. Gloup circular — Mull Head Nature Reserve, Orkney Islands

8.77km

02:21

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Gloup Sea Cave – Mull Head Coastal Cliffs loop from Deerness

6.14km

01:40

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mull Head Coastal Cliffs – The Gloup Sea Cave loop from Deerness

12.5km

03:21

150m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Adie

April 25, 2023

The Gloup is an impressive feature. This collapsed sea-cave is separated from the sea by a substantial land bridge. The chasm is approximately 70m long, 40m wide, 30m deep and filled with seawater. The sea enters the Gloup through the remains of the cave entrance – an arch about 80m wide. The best viewing spots are the wooden platforms at each end, but keep well clear of the grassy edges, and also be aware that the sloping rocks on the seaward side are notoriously slippery.

Carla

June 18, 2023

Beautiful coastline

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Rona 🐶 + Dad (John)

July 19, 2024

If you have a dog with you be sure to keep it on the lead anywhere near the big hole. It's a long way down, and no way up!!!!

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Location: St Andrews And Deerness, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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The Gloup Sea Cave

1. Gloup circular — Mull Head Nature Reserve, Orkney Islands

2. The Gloup Sea Cave – Mull Head Coastal Cliffs loop from Deerness

3. Mull Head Coastal Cliffs – The Gloup Sea Cave loop from Deerness

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