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Saint Helena

The Needle

The Needle is in . The Needle is situated nearby to the area , as well as near .
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Places in the Area

Nearby places include Barren Ground and Sandy Bay.

Village
is a settlement at the western end of the island of , north west of . It is administratively part of Blue Hill, but is locally seen as a distinct place. is situated 3 miles north of The Needle.

Village
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is one of eight of the island of , part of the British Overseas Territory of in the South Atlantic Ocean. is situated 4 miles northeast of The Needle.

Village
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is one of eight of the island of , part of the British Overseas Territory of in the South Atlantic Ocean. is situated 6 miles northeast of The Needle.

The Needle

Latitude
-16.02412° or 16° 1′ 27″ south
Longitude
-5.74965° or 5° 44′ 59″ west
Elevation
30 feet (9 metres)
Open location code
5CMPX7G2+94
Geo­Names ID
3370835
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Places with the Same Name

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Localities in the Area

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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Lower Black Rock and Castle Rock Point.

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