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About Dunnet

Dunnet occupies Scotland's far north coast along the Pentland Firth, about 20km from Thurso via the A99. This exposed Highland village experiences bracing sea winds and serves tourists heading to mainland Britain's northernmost point. Electric vehicle drivers can access roughly 5 fast chargers locally. The village sits beneath Dunnet Head, crowned by an 1831 lighthouse marking the true top of mainland Britain.

Where is Dunnet on the map?

Dunnet is in Scotland, at 58.623, -3.346 - about 14 km north of Bowermadden.

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The closest airport to Dunnet is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 30 km (about 35 min by car). Other airports nearby: Kirkwall Airport.

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