Bay of Skaill
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The Bay of Skaill viewed from Skara Brae on the west coast of mainland Orkney. 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.

Skara Brae, Sandwick, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK

by Holly Hayes
on October 2, 2010

subjects: — Post: Prehistoric Orkney — Place: Skara Brae

ID
6957
Title
Bay of Skaill
credit
Holly Hayes
Location
Skara Brae, Sandwick, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK site/building
Resolution
5616 x 3744 px (21 MP)
Camera
Canon EOS 5D Mark II
focal length
24mm
Date Taken
October 2, 2010
Date Added
December 20, 2010
Last Updated
February 17, 2026