intermediate
Kirkwall, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom

Mill Sand

Mill Sand in Orkney offers sheltered bay swimming with clearer waters ideal for intermediate swimmers exploring Scotland's northern islands. The sandy beach provides easy access and the relatively calm conditions compared to surrounding areas make it a good stopping point, though water temperatures remain cold year-round.

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Mill Sand

58.9568, -2.8401

Details

Location
Kirkwall, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom
Type
ocean
Difficulty
intermediate
Coordinates
58.9568, -2.8401

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