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About Swiney

Swiney lies in Caithness along the A99 coastal route, roughly 25km from Wick and accessible via the A9 from Inverness. The area clusters with Lybster and Latheron, connected by minor roads serving local crofting communities. About 7 EV charging points are available nearby. The region's distinctive Caithness flagstone once supplied pavements worldwide and still defines the local architecture.

Where is Swiney on the map?

Swiney is in Scotland, at 58.300, -3.317 - about 24 km north-east of Badbea, Highland.

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What is the closest airport to Swiney?

The closest airport to Swiney is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 29 km (about 28 min by car).

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