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About Canisbay

Canisbay lies in Scotland's far northeast, five kilometres from John O'Groats where tourists flock to reach Britain's northeastern tip. Drive the A99 north from Wick for the most direct route, or take the A9 from Inverness for the full Highland experience across the Flow Country. The parish church holds a window commemorating Jan de Groot, the 15th-century Dutchman who gave John O'Groats its name.

Where is Canisbay on the map?

Canisbay is in Scotland, at 58.632, -3.124 - about 28 km north-east of Bowermadden.

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What is the closest airport to Canisbay?

The closest airport to Canisbay is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 26 km (about 32 min by car). Other airports nearby: Kirkwall Airport.

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