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South Ronaldsay

Hoxa Head and the Sands of Wright loop — Orkney Islands

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Hiking trails & Routes
United Kingdom
Scotland
Orkney islands
South Ronaldsay

Hoxa Head and the Sands of Wright loop — Orkney Islands

Intermediate

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Hoxa Head and the Sands of Wright loop — Orkney Islands

02:35

9.64km

120m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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51 m

Sands of Wright Beach

Highlight • Rest Area

In season, this crescent beach area is full of wildflowers. Facilities include a parking area and toilet block.

Every August the annual Boy's Ploughing Match is held here, where the …

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1.74 km

Hoxa Hill Summit and Neolithic Cairn

Highlight • Natural Monument

Only 61m at its summit, Hoxa Hill is still well worth the climb. From here you can enjoy a 360 degree panoramic view, taking in the Dam of Hoxa, the …

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6.80 km

Balfour Coast Battery

Highlight • Historical Site

In WW2 Balfour Battery was paired with Buchanan Battery on Flotta, to guard the boom defence across the sound to discourage attacks against vessels at anchor in Scapa Flow. A …

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9.64 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.77 km

2.80 km

1.75 km

1.31 km

Surfaces

4.02 km

2.06 km

1.85 km

1.71 km

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