Marilyn · islands
Blotchnie Fiold
A low-level 250m summit in the Orkney Islands that proves hills do not need to be high to be rewarding. The prominence gives this Marilyn genuine character.
Quick facts
- Height
- 250m/ 820ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- HY 41814 28917
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Standard route
Standard route
A short, accessible walk with Atlantic exposure and views to neighbouring islands to the 250m summit. The low altitude and gentle gradients make this achievable in 1-3 hours.
Terrain
Mixed island landscape with coastal rock, peat and grass. The sea is visible from most points on the walk.
In winter
Island winters are mild but stormy. Snow is rare at low levels. The main winter challenge is short daylight and frequent gales.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow9h 4m
- Edinburgh8h 16m
OS maps: OS Landranger 5, OS Landranger 6, OS Explorer 463, OS Explorer 464
Current conditions
Daylight Today
17h 36mwalking daylight
- Sunrise
- 05:12
- Sunset
- 21:06
- Civil dawn
- 04:21
- Civil dusk
- 21:57
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026