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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HERON CRAIG | Heron Craig Heron Craig Heron Craig |
Mr John Cairncross, Thurso Mr James Banks Thurso Mr David Gow Thurso |
005 | This name applies to a portion of the cliff which is very high, and a famous resort of the Heron, hence the name. |
| BROAD SHOALS | Broad Shoals Broad Shoals Broad Shoals |
Mr John Cairncross, Thurso Mr James Banks Thurso Mr David Gow Thurso |
005 | Applies to several pieces of rock which are only seen at low water, and are situated on the west side of ''Spear Head''. |
| SPEAR HEAD | Spear Head Spear Head Spear Head |
Mr John Cairncross, Thurso Mr James Banks Thurso Mr David Gow Thurso |
005 | This head-land forms a very prominent feature along this coast, and is situated about 3/4 of a mile west of ''Holburn Head''. The cliff is very high at this head, and is distinctly seen from the ''Pentland Firth''. |
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