Damsay
Damsay is an islet in the Orkney archipelago in Scotland. It is approximately 18 hectares (0.07 sq mi) in extent and rises to only 11 metres (36 ft) above sea level. It is situated in the Bay of Firth north of the Orkney Mainland near Finstown. Nearby is the smaller islet of Holm of Grimbister.
| Scottish Gaelic name | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Old Norse name | Damsey/Daminsey |
| Meaning of name | Old Norse meaning 'pond island', or possibly 'St Adamnan's Island' |
Damsay from Ward of Redland, Mainland, Orkney | |
| Location | |
Damsay Damsay shown within Orkney | |
| OS grid reference | HY389139 |
| Coordinates | 59.01°N 3.06°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Orkney |
| Area | 18 hectares (44.5 acres) |
| Highest elevation | 11 metres (36 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
| References | |
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