Orkney Isles

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-		+	* {{Wikivoyage|Orkney_Islands}}
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Charts

See Scotland.

Weather

See Scotland.

Currents & Tides

Give information on tides & currents.

Passages

See Scotland.

Navigation

Any navigation notes here. If this section does not apply remove it.

Islands in the Group

• Mainland
• Stronsay
• Westray

Transportation

List transportation (local and/or international.)

Tourism

See individual islands.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

• Orkney Isles at the Wikipedia
• Orkney Isles at the Wikivoyage

References

See United Kingdom.

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