Duncansby Head and John o'Groats

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John o'Groats is famed as the northeastern corner of the British Mainland and the small village receives a huge number of visitors. The true northeasterly point is nearby Duncansby Head, which has two truly spectacular sea-stacks just to the south. An excellent coastal walk.

Terrain

Mostly grassy cliff-top walking; there are a few boggy patches. Care is needed near the cliff edges.

Public Transport

Buses to John o'Groats.

Start

John o'Groats. Open start point in Google Maps for directions.

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