thumb|Holborn Head

thumb|Holborn Head Lighthouse

Holborn Head is a rocky headland on the north-facing Atlantic coast of Caithness, Scotland. It forms the western termination of Thurso Bay.

The name Holborn apparently comes from the Old Norse Hóllborg, meaning "hill fort". About a kilometre to the south, near Scrabster Harbour, is Holborn Head Lighthouse. Designed by David and Thomas Stevenson, the lighthouse was completed in 1862 and remained operational until 2003.

There is a footpath allowing walkers to make a circuit of the headland, beginning at the lighthouse. The walk offers clear views over to Dunnet Head and the Orkney Islands.

References

  • Panorama of Holburn Head Lighthouse (QuickTime required)
  • Weekend Notes article describing access to the walk around Holborn Head