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About Ham, Highland

Ham is a tiny Highland settlement on Scotland's far northern coast, positioned between Thurso and John o' Groats along the windswept Caithness shoreline. Reach it via the A99 coastal road from Thurso, or continue the scenic route to John o' Groats. The area has roughly 8 fast EV chargers serving this remote stretch. Ham sits just 3km from Dunnet Head lighthouse, marking mainland Britain's northernmost point since 1831.

Where is Ham, Highland on the map?

Ham, Highland is in Scotland, at 58.644, -3.313 - about 18 km north of Bowermadden.

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What is the closest airport to Ham, Highland?

The closest airport to Ham, Highland is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 35 km (about 40 min by car). Other airports nearby: Kirkwall Airport.

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