Loch of Tankerness, Mainland
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Facts and practical information
Loch of Tankerness is a large, lowland, freshwater loch on the Orkney mainland in Scotland. The loch is roughly triangular in shape and is shallow with a flat bottom that gradually deepens from west to east. It lies approximately 4 mi southeast of Kirkwall. ()
Length: 5280 ftWidth: 2640 ftMaximum depth: 7 ftElevation: 10 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 58°58'6"N, 2°50'37"W
Day trips
Loch of Tankerness – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Italian Chapel, The Pickaquoy Centre, St Magnus Cathedral, Bishop's Palace.