Spent a nice couple of hours here, about an hour to cross the causeway and walk around the top of the island and look at the ruins, and about another hour merrily hunting for groatie buckies on the b… Full review by ilovewhisky
Aug 25, 2023
This is interesting but challenging. You need to walk from the car park across a causeway that is only passable at low-tide - so check the tide tables carefully before you start. And it's a tricky wa… Full review by Patric D
Jul 24, 2023
Access to the tidal island is via a concrete Causeway that is passable approx 2 hours either side of low tide. There is a pleasant beach to sit on while you wait, and a reasonable amount of parking. … Full review by Fionnghal N
I would like to go on a a Sunday but I am relying on public transports. I am aware about the tidal times but I am not sure is buses run in that day. Thanks for any help!
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You can get bus timetables on the internet Try the Visit Orkney site
How far is this from Kirkwall and what’s the best way to get there?
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Brough of birsay is about 20 miles from Kirkwall which you can do by car in 40 minutes heading out in the Finnstown direction. Remember to check tides by searching for tide times for …
Brough of birsay is about 20 miles from Kirkwall which you can do by car in 40 minutes heading out in the Finnstown direction. Remember to check tides by searching for tide times for BBrough of Birsay.. Look for a day when the tide is low while you are there.
Hi. We will be visiting the area in mid May. Is the entire Brough of Birsay island closed in May, or is it just admission to some of the sites. We were hoping to view the lighthouse and see the birds from the cliffs.
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The Brough of Birsay (the small island) is open all year, however, access is limited by the tide & the weather. There is a small Historic Scotland information unit - it is this that is …
The Brough of Birsay (the small island) is open all year, however, access is limited by the tide & the weather. There is a small Historic Scotland information unit - it is this that is closed except for summer months. You can access the island & walk to the lighthouse if the tide is out & the causeway is clear. Goggle 'Orkney tide times' & look for Birsay Bay or Brough of Birsay. If the tide is in you can walk the coast either way & get great views to the island. Also don't miss the Earls Palace in Birsay Village & get refreshment at the Birsay Tearoom. Enjoy your trip
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