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About Brinian

Brinian lies along the A965 in central Mainland Orkney, roughly equidistant between Kirkwall and Stromness. Most journeys involve short runs to neighbouring settlements like Frotoft and Sourin, though the A965 provides direct access to both major towns. Electric vehicle drivers will find about a dozen fast chargers nearby, testament to Orkney's renewable energy leadership. The surrounding countryside bristles with wind turbines that have made the islands a world leader in wind power generation.

Where is Brinian on the map?

Brinian is in Scotland, at 59.132, -2.994 - about 23 km north-east of Bimbister.

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EV Chargers in Brinian

5 chargers

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Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Brinian. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.

Pub Crawl Golf: Brinian9 holes, one ball

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What is the closest airport to Brinian?

The closest airport to Brinian is Kirkwall Airport, 34 km (about 1 h 46 min by car). Other airports nearby: Eday Airport, Westray Airport.

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