Start Point Lighthouse
A black-and-white striped lighthouse on the island's eastern tip, built in the early 19th century.
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Sanday: airports, things to do and where to stay
Sanday is a low-lying island in the north of Orkney, known for its long sandy beaches, the Start Point lighthouse and Neolithic remains such as the Quoyness cairn.
Sanday airports
From the airport to central Sanday
Sanday airport is about 0 km from central Sanday.
Taxi
Local taxi or community transport; services are few, so arrange your pickup in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Sanday?
Sanday is served by Sanday (NDY).
How far is the airport from central Sanday?
Sanday airport is about 0 km from central Sanday.
How do I get from the airport to central Sanday?
From Sanday airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Sanday?
Highlights of Sanday include Start Point Lighthouse, Quoyness Chambered Cairn, Whitemill Bay, and Sty Wick.
Photo credits
- Start Point Lighthouse: Greg Fitchett, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Quoyness Chambered Cairn: Callum Black, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Whitemill Bay: Chris Downer, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Sty Wick: Alpin Stewart, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons