| Old Norse name | Linga Holm from Lyngholm |
|---|---|
 The view north from Linga Holm, towardsSanday | |
| Location | |
  Linga Holm Linga Holm shown within Orkney | |
| OS grid reference | HY615275 |
| Coordinates | 59°08′N2°40′W / 59.13°N 2.67°W /59.13; -2.67 |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Orkney |
| Area | 57 hectares (0.22 sq mi) |
| Area rank | 187 [1] |
| Highest elevation | 10 metres (33 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
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| References | [2][3][4][5] |
Linga Holm, commonly known asLinga,Midgarth and theHolm of Midgarth is an uninhabitedScottish island extending to approximately 57 hectares (0.22 sq mi) situated 700 metres (770 yd) west ofStronsay island in theOrkney archipelago.[6] The name "Linga Holm" is derived from theOld NorseLyngholm.
In common with many other Orkney islands, Linga Holm contains numerousarchaeological remains. These includePictish houses and ancientcairns.
Although it is currently uninhabited, a household of six was recorded in 1841.[3][7]
In 1973 theRare Breeds Survival Trust established a refuge population here of the very rareNorth Ronaldsay sheep, and the flock now numbers some 400.[8][9]
It is thought to be the third largest breeding ground for theAtlantic grey seal in the world, and is an important nesting site forgreylag geese.
59°07′57″N2°40′28″W / 59.13256°N 2.67444°W /59.13256; -2.67444
