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Holm of Faray
Island in Orkney, Scotland / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Holm of Faray is a small island in Orkney, Scotland, near Faray and Westray, which it lies between. Together with its neighbour Faray, it is designated a SSSI due to its importance as a haul-out site and breeding area for grey seals.[1]
Quick Facts Location, OS grid reference ...
![]() Natural arch at northern point of Holm of Faray | |
Location | |
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OS grid reference | HY526386 |
Coordinates | 59.23°N 2.83°W / 59.23; -2.83 |
Physical geography | |
Island group | Orkney |
Administration | |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Country | Scotland |
Council area | Orkney Islands |
Demographics | |
Population | 0 |
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