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Duncansby Head, John o' Groats, Caithness.
| NGR: | ND 40651 73271 |
| WGS84: | 58.64323, -3.02417 |
| Length: | Not recorded |
| Vert. Range: | Not recorded |
| Altitude: | -1 m |
| Geology: | Mey Flagstone Formation - sandstone, siltstone, mudstone |
| Tags: | Cave, SeaCave |
| Registry: | main |
A subtidal cave with an entrance either side of a stumpy pillar at the base of the cliff. There appeared to be an inner chamber visible through the north entrance.
Alternative Names: None recorded.
Notes: Notes: Access: by sea eg E round Duncansby Head from harbour N of John o' Groats at ND 37982 73468.
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