Sands of Evie, Sandy beach in Mainland, Orkney Islands, Scotland.
Sands of Evie forms the southern boundary of Aikerness Bay on the northwest coast of Orkney, consisting of sand and shingle mixed together. The beach stretches along this bay and offers a wide, open shoreline facing the sea.
A significant Pictish stone slab discovered at the beach in 1967 now sits in the Orkney Museum, marking the site's archaeological importance. This shows the area has been part of the islands' story for many centuries.
The beach connects to the Broch of Gurness nearby, an Iron Age settlement that shows how early inhabitants of these northern Scottish islands lived.
Parking is available near the beach and Kirkwall serves as the main town for directions and supplies. The beach is accessible year-round, though conditions vary with the season and weather.
From the beach you can see the uninhabited island of Eynhallow directly and often spot seals swimming in the adjacent waters. These animal sightings are a regular part of visiting and make each trip different.
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