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About Petertown

Petertown lies on Orkney's main island near the historic Scapa Flow. Reach it via ferry from Gills Bay or Scrabster, then local roads like the A964. The town sits among several small communities within a few kilometres of each other. Over 20 EV charging points serve the area, essential for island travel. The town overlooks Scapa Flow, where the German fleet was famously scuttled in 1919.

Where is Petertown on the map?

Petertown is in Scotland, at 58.930, -3.207 - about 23 km north of Brims.

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6 chargers

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What is the closest airport to Petertown?

The closest airport to Petertown is Kirkwall Airport, 23 km (about 22 min by car). Other airports nearby: Eday Airport, Westray Airport.

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