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Calf of Eday
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The Calf of Eday (Scots: Cauf o Aidee; Old Norse: Kalfr[7]) is an uninhabited island in Orkney, Scotland, lying north east of Eday. It is known for its wildlife and its prehistoric ruins.
Quick Facts Scots name, Old Norse name ...
Scots name | Cauf o Aidee[1] |
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Old Norse name | Kalfr |
![]() Grey Head, the northern tip of the Calf. Sea caves, and the beginning of an arch can be seen in the cliff. | |
Location | |
OS grid reference | HY580393 |
Coordinates | 59.23°N 02.73°W / 59.23; -02.73 |
Physical geography | |
Island group | Orkney |
Area | 243 hectares (0.94 sq mi) |
Area rank | 98 [2] |
Highest elevation | The Graand 54 metres (177 ft) |
Administration | |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Country | Scotland |
Council area | Orkney Islands |
Demographics | |
Population | 0[3] |
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References | [4][5][6] [7][8] |
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