Stones of Stenness
Opening times
The Stones of Stenness are open all year round and free to visit.
How to get here
About 5 miles north east of Stromness on the B9055.
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Address
Mainland
Orkney
National Grid reference:
HY 306 126
Facilities
- Car parking
- Coach parking
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