Sands of Evie, Sandy beach in Mainland, Orkney Islands, Scotland.
The Sands of Evie forms the southern boundary of Aikerness Bay, featuring a mix of sand and shingle along the northwest coast of Orkney.
A significant Pictish stone slab discovered at the beach in 1967 now resides in the Orkney Museum, marking the location's archaeological importance.
The beach area connects to the Broch of Gurness, an Iron Age settlement that represents the ancient inhabitants of these northern Scottish islands.
Visitors can access parking facilities near the beach, with the closest major town of Kirkwall serving as a primary reference point for navigation.
The beach offers direct views of the uninhabited island of Eynhallow and regular sightings of seals swimming in the adjacent waters.
Location: Orkney Islands
GPS coordinates: 59.11874,-3.09108
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:19
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