Sands of Rothiesholm circuit, Stronsay

Summary

The Sand of Rothiesholm is perhaps Stronsay's finest sandy beach. This circular walk runs the length of the beach before making a rougher return along the north shore of the peninsula.

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Grade (key)

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Bog Factor (key)

  • 3.5/5

Rating

Terrain

Sandy beach, then boggy section and some very tussocky grassy going above the coastline.

Public Transport

None to start, which is 6km from the ferry jetty.

Start

Sand of Rothiesholm parking area, HY636247. Open in Google Maps.

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