The Dore Holm is a small uninhabited islet off the south coast of
Esha Ness, located in the north-west of
Mainland
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,
Shetland,
Scotland
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. Its natural arch can be seen from the coast between
Tangwick and
Stenness. The shape of the arch has been compared to a horse drinking deeply from the water.
The name appears to be derived from 'door', the word 'holm' being of Scandinavian origin and meaning a small island.
Sources
*''This article incorporates text fro
Shetlopedia'
Uninhabited islands of Shetland
Northmavine
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