The Taing

The Taing is a coastal feature in Orkney, Scotland.

It is listed under Cliffs and Headlands: Peninsula

Local authority: Orkney Islands Council

OS Grid Reference: HY428259

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Things to see and do near The Taing

Rousay Wood Designs (3m)
Broch of Gurness (4m)
Corrigal Farm Museum (9m)
Sui Generis Gallery (9m)
Ortak Visitor Centre (9m)
North of Scotland Milk Marketing Board (9m)
Pickaquoy Centre (9m)
St Magnus Cathedral (9m)
The Orkney Museum (9m)
Bishop's and Earl's Palaces (10m)

Tourist Information

Kirkwall
The Travel Centre
West Castle Street
Orkney
Highlands and Islands
Scotland
KW15 1GU

Phone 01856 872 856
Email info@visitscotland.com
http://www.visitscotland.com/travel/information/centres

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Weather and Tides

Forecast for Thursday 19 July

06:00


Chance of rain	4%
Max temp.	14°C
(feels like	13°C)
Wind 1mph, gusting to 2mph.	SSE
Pressure	1017
Humidity	86%
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Air Quality

09:00


Chance of rain	3%
Max temp.	15°C
(feels like	14°C)
Wind 2mph, gusting to 3mph.	WSW
Pressure	1017
Humidity	75%
UV Index
Air Quality

12:00


Chance of rain	3%
Max temp.	16°C
(feels like	15°C)
Wind 2mph, gusting to 4mph.	WSW
Pressure	1016
Humidity	66%
UV Index
Air Quality

15:00


Chance of rain	6%
Max temp.	16°C
(feels like	15°C)
Wind 2mph, gusting to 3mph.	SW
Pressure	1015
Humidity	69%
UV Index
Air Quality

18:00


Chance of rain	10%
Max temp.	15°C
(feels like	14°C)
Wind 2mph, gusting to 3mph.	SSW
Pressure	1014
Humidity	77%
UV Index
Air Quality

21:00


Chance of rain	15%
Max temp.	14°C
(feels like	12°C)
Wind 2mph, gusting to 4mph.	S
Pressure	1013
Humidity	87%
UV Index	n/a
Air Quality

High Tide
03:16 BST
(02:16 GMT)

Low Tide
09:38 BST
(08:38 GMT)

High Tide
15:59 BST
(14:59 GMT)

Low Tide
21:40 BST
(20:40 GMT)

Important! Tide times are for the nearest measurement point and may not be accurate for this location. You should not rely on these times for anything other than a broad indication of when the tide will be at its highest or lowest.

In particular, these tide times are not suitable for navigational use. Accurate tide forecasts require complex calculations and detailed local information. If you intend to engage in any activity for which tidal information is important for safety reasons (including sailing, powerboating, diving, and surfing) then you should obtain professional data.

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Nearby coastal places and features

Viera Sound (Straits and Narrows) 0m N
Taing of Tramland (Cliffs and Headlands) 1.1m N
Stromness Taing (Cliffs and Headlands) 1.2m E
Viera (Islands) 1.2m E
Gairsay Sound (Straits and Narrows) 1.3m SE
Point of Avelshay (Cliffs and Headlands) 1.6m NE
Point of Vastray (Cliffs and Headlands) 1.8m W
Point of Hellia (Cliffs and Headlands) 1.8m E
Point of the Wart (Cliffs and Headlands) 2.1m NE
Wood Wick (Bays and Coves) 2.1m SW

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Accomodation near The Taing

Hotels, guest houses and B&Bs

Woodwick House
With its own bluebell wood and waterfall, Woodwick House offers peaceful rooms, home-cooked breakfasts and free parking and free WiFi. In Evie, on Orkney’s east coast, it overlooks the island of Gairsay and is around 20 minutes’ drive from Kirkwall. Details...
Holland House

Peacefully situated on the edge of the Neolithic Heartland, Holland House is ideal for visiting the World Heritage Sites of Skara Brae, Maeshowe, and the Ring of Brodgar. It offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. Details...
HammerSmith

HammerSmith offers comfortable bed and breakfast on the Orkney mainland. Within a short drive of the lochs of Harray and Stenness, it has a wide choice of breakfast, free parking and Wi-Fi. Details...
Smithfield Hotel

Situated on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Hotel offers 3-star accommodation with free parking, a bar, and a restaurant. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away. Details...
Merkister Hotel

Located on the shore of Harray Loch and family-run for over 30 years, the Merkister Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the main towns of Kirkwall and Stromness. It features impressive views over the famous loch and its surroundings. Details...
Ayre Hotel

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel overlooks Kirkwall harbour. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi. Free private parking is available on site. Details...