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About Stemster

Stemster is a small Highland settlement near Halkirk, reached via the A99 from Wick or A882 from Thurso. The village sits amongst Caithness farmland, connected by single-track roads to neighboring communities. EV charging is available locally, with about 5 fast chargers nearby. The name derives from Old Norse "Steinsetr," meaning stone dwelling.

Where is Stemster on the map?

Stemster is in Scotland, at 58.531, -3.404 - about 32 km north of Latheron.

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The closest airport to Stemster is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 24 km (about 30 min by car).

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