OS1/23/2/185
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AYRE SOUND | Ayre Sound Ayre Sound Ayre Sound |
Rev. John Dangerfield, Minister of Lady Parish William Harvey Farmer Lopness John Wilson Burrian |
082 | Applies to the passage between Start Point & the mainland of Sanday. It can always be crossed at low water. |
| MOUNT MISERY | Mount Misery Mount Misery Mount Misery |
Rev. John Dangerfield, Minister of Lady Parish William Harvey Farmer Lopness John Wilson Burrian |
082 | Applies to a small knoll the remains of an ancient Brough situated about one quarter of a mile west of the "Lighthouse". It is supposed to be an artificial knoll, but no information could be obtained concerning it, or whether of modern or ancient origin. |
| START POINT | Start Point Start Point Start Point |
Rev. John Dangerfield, Minister of Lady Parish William Harvey Farmer Lopness John Wilson Burrian |
082 | An island situated on the north eastern extremity of the "Mainland of Sanday". On its eastern extremity stands the "Lighthouse". This island is separated from the mainland by a narrow strait which can be crossed at low water dry footed. |
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