Mainland Countries

The Mainland, also known as Hrossey and Pomona, is the main island of Orkney, Scotland. Both of Orkney's burghs, Kirkwall and Stromness, lie on the island, which is also the heart of Orkney's ferry and air connections.
  • Population: 17,162
  • Scots name: Mainland
  • Old Norse name: Megenland/Hrossey
  • Meaning of name: Norse for 'mainland' or 'island of horses'
  • OS grid reference: HY350158
  • Island group: Orkney
  • Area: 52,325 hectares (202 sq mi)
Data from: en.wikipedia.org