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About Costa

Costa lies on Orkney's mainland amid the northern islands' patchwork of farms and ancient sites. Ferry connections from Scrabster bring visitors to this scattered coastal community, accessible via the A965 and winding local roads that require careful navigation around other traffic. The area offers about 7 EV charging points and serves as a base for exploring nearby archaeological treasures. The settlement takes its name from Old Norse "kross," referencing a long-lost stone cross that once marked this crossroads.

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Costa is in Scotland, at 59.135, -3.165 - about 19 km north of Bimbister.

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The closest airport to Costa is Kirkwall Airport, 35 km (about 36 min by car). Other airports nearby: Eday Airport, Westray Airport.

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