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Public weighbridges

A public weighbridge is one that is open for anyone to use for a small charge, usually operated by a company primarily for their own purposes. Below are the public weighbridges available in Orkney, with contact details and opening times.


Orkney Islands Council

Cursiter Quarry - Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm

Firth, KW15 1TT

Orkney Aggregates

Heddle Quarry - Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm

Heddle Road, Firth, KW17 2JX

Crowness Crescent - Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm

Hatston, Kirkwall, KW15 1GJ

Contact us

Trading standards

Trading Standards, Orkney Islands Council,
Council Offices, School Place, Kirkwall, KW15 1NY