Bay of Skaill with Shadows
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ID
6944
Title
Bay of Skaill with Shadows
credit
Holly Hayes
Resolution
5486 x 3580 px (19 MP)
Camera
Canon EOS 5D Mark II
focal length
24mm
Date Taken
October 2, 2010
Date Added
December 19, 2010
Last Updated
February 17, 2026

Image: Bay of Skaill with Shadows

The Bay of Skaill viewed from Skara Brae, with the shadows of two visitors. This picturesque bay did not exist when Skara Brae was occupied (c. 3000-2500 BC) - it was created by erosion that still continues today. Mainland, Orkney Islands, Scotland.