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Churchill Barriers

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One of the great feats of civil engineering in history; the Churchill Barriers are a series of causeways linking South Ronaldsay to Mainland. They were erected during World War II to prevent the passage of German submarines into Scapa Flow, used as a naval base by the British. The causeways contain a total of half a million cubic yards of rock and over 300,000 tons of concrete.
St Margaret's Hope, South Ronaldsay, Orkney, Highlands and Islands, Scotland

About Churchill Barriers
Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: The barriers are located along the A961 road between St Margaret's Hope and Mainland. There are numerous parking spots along the way.
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Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express
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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Windhaven - 22.6 miles from Churchill Barriers Thurso, Highlands and Islands Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £350

Far North - 22.7 miles from Churchill Barriers Dunnet Head, Highlands and Islands Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £225

3 Francis Street - 31.3 miles from Churchill Barriers Wick, Highlands and Islands Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £170

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Sands Hotel - 2.5 miles from Churchill Barriers Burray, Highlands and Islands Stay from: £75.00

West End Guest House - 4.6 miles from Churchill Barriers St Margarets Hope, Highlands and Islands Stay from: £70.00

Lav Rockha Guest House - 6.5 miles from Churchill Barriers Kirkwall, Highlands and Islands Stay from: £40.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Houton Bay Lodge - 10.3 miles from Churchill Barriers Orphir, Highlands and Islands From: £45.00

Links Lodge - 81.4 miles from Churchill Barriers Lossiemouth, Grampian From: £45.00

The Lodge Elgin - 86.6 miles from Churchill Barriers Elgin, Grampian From: £60.00

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