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Orkney islands
Harray And Sandwick

Bay of Skaill – St Peter's Church, Sandwick loop from Skaill House

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Running trails & routes
United Kingdom
Scotland
Orkney islands
Harray And Sandwick

Bay of Skaill – St Peter's Church, Sandwick loop from Skaill House

Moderate

2

runners

Bay of Skaill – St Peter's Church, Sandwick loop from Skaill House

00:56

8.84km

90m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Waypoints

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58 m

Skara Brae Neolithic Village & Visitor Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

The Neolithic village of Skara Brae is located near the white beach of Skaill Bay. Uncovered by a storm in 1850, the site provides a remarkable insight into life on …

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713 m

Bay of Skaill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful sandy beach sat below the ancient neolithic village of Skara Brae. Perfect spot for a dip and a picnic.

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1.37 km

St Peter's Church, Sandwick

Highlight • Religious Site

Set in a rugged and exposed location, St Peter's offers commanding views over Skaill Bay with Skara Brae in the distance. A simple building, the church's only exterior decoration is …

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8.60 km

Skara Brae is Europes most complete Neolithic village. The site consists of 10 clustered houses made of flagstones in earthern dams that support the walls. The houses had stone hearths, …

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8.84 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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7.39 km

1.33 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.38 km

879 m

523 m

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