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About Upper Sanday

Upper Sanday lies on eastern Mainland Orkney, reached via ferry to Kirkwall then the A964 and local roads. This small community sits amongst Orkney's characteristic rolling farmland, with Kirkwall Airport nearby for visitors. Local routes serve neighbouring settlements like Deerness and Steinflett, whilst longer journeys head to Kirkwall for services. The area offers over 20 EV charging points for exploring the islands. The settlement provides views of the famous Churchill Barriers, wartime concrete causeways linking Orkney's southern isles.

Where is Upper Sanday on the map?

Upper Sanday is in Scotland, at 58.911, -2.806 - about 22 km north-east of Aikers.

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What is the closest airport to Upper Sanday?

The closest airport to Upper Sanday is Kirkwall Airport, 8 km (about 10 min by car). Other airports nearby: Eday Airport, Westray Airport.

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