North Lobers

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

North Lobers

Cloddyhall Standing Stone A standing stone on South Ronaldsay measuring 8'6" in height.
Cloddyhall Standing Stone Credit: David Bremner

North Lobers is a prominent coastal feature located in the Orkney Islands, an archipelago off the northeastern coast of Scotland. It is specifically situated on the island of Westray, which is the most northerly of the main islands in the Orkney group. North Lobers is a headland that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean, forming a distinctive point that marks the northernmost tip of Westray.

The headland is characterized by its rugged and dramatic cliffs that tower over the surrounding sea. These cliffs are composed of sandstone and are known for their unique geological formations, including stacks and arches that have been carved out by the relentless action of the waves over thousands of years.

North Lobers is also renowned for its diverse and abundant wildlife. The surrounding waters are home to a wide range of marine species, including seals, dolphins, and various seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, and fulmars. The cliffs provide nesting sites for these birds, making the area a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

The headland is easily accessible to visitors, with a footpath that leads down to a small beach known as Lobers Geo. This beach offers stunning views of the cliffs and the surrounding coastline. Additionally, there are several hiking trails in the vicinity that allow visitors to explore the area further and appreciate its natural beauty.

North Lobers, with its majestic cliffs and diverse wildlife, is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking to experience the untamed beauty of the Orkney Islands.

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North Lobers Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.788618/-2.9951085 or Grid Reference ND4289. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cloddyhall Standing Stone A standing stone on South Ronaldsay measuring 8'6" in height.
Cloddyhall Standing Stone
A standing stone on South Ronaldsay measuring 8'6" in height.
Straw bales near Widewall
Straw bales near Widewall
Solitary house in the middle of a field Wasbister farm to the right
Solitary house in the middle of a field
Wasbister farm to the right
Sandwick House The minor road that follows the contour of Kirkie Hill offers views down to the various farms on the lower ground, including Sandwick House. Not to be confused with at least one more Sandwick in Orkney and two in Shetland.
Sandwick House
The minor road that follows the contour of Kirkie Hill offers views down to the various farms on the lower ground, including Sandwick House. Not to be confused with at least one more Sandwick in Orkney and two in Shetland.
Nev Hill Incipient hay or, more likely, silage on the slopes of Nev Hill, with a view towards the mountains of Hoy.
Nev Hill
Incipient hay or, more likely, silage on the slopes of Nev Hill, with a view towards the mountains of Hoy.
Lane and newly-renovated farmhouse Looking North-east towards farm buildings.
Lane and newly-renovated farmhouse
Looking North-east towards farm buildings.
Clickhimin and turbine Gorgeous situation of Clickhimin, (is there humour in that name?) and its turbine. Sandwick Bay beyond.
Clickhimin and turbine
Gorgeous situation of Clickhimin, (is there humour in that name?) and its turbine. Sandwick Bay beyond.
Sandwick House Extensive farm buildings with striking red double-doors. There is woodland in Orkney, albeit localised!
Sandwick House
Extensive farm buildings with striking red double-doors. There is woodland in Orkney, albeit localised!
Standing Stone Neolithic foreground, with an oil tanker emerging from behind the island (Swona) in the background.
Standing Stone
Neolithic foreground, with an oil tanker emerging from behind the island (Swona) in the background.
Cloudiehall Farm buildings overlooking Sandwick Bay. Same red as at Sandwick House!
Cloudiehall
Farm buildings overlooking Sandwick Bay. Same red as at Sandwick House!
West Shaird Typical Orkney features include the one-and-a-half stories, and the cemented strips on the gable ends below the chimneys. The style of the original skylight is a common feature too.
West Shaird
Typical Orkney features include the one-and-a-half stories, and the cemented strips on the gable ends below the chimneys. The style of the original skylight is a common feature too.
New house built by West Shaird Similar to West Shaird in style, but missing the lovely upper windows. It lies right by West Shaird.
New house built by West Shaird
Similar to West Shaird in style, but missing the lovely upper windows. It lies right by West Shaird.
Nev Hill The low, undulating land leading to Nev Hill. Note the one remaining stone field boundary, (known locally as dykes).
Nev Hill
The low, undulating land leading to Nev Hill. Note the one remaining stone field boundary, (known locally as dykes).
Stone dyke on Nev Hill Looking northwards from Nev Hill. One remaining traditional stone dyke undulates across the fields, amid the wire fences.
Stone dyke on Nev Hill
Looking northwards from Nev Hill. One remaining traditional stone dyke undulates across the fields, amid the wire fences.
Suckquoy Farm No comment!
Suckquoy Farm
No comment!
Between Suckquoy and Serrigar Really lovely house and outbuildings as seen from Suckquoy Farm.
Between Suckquoy and Serrigar
Really lovely house and outbuildings as seen from Suckquoy Farm.
Chapel and the Oyce of Herston I think that the old chapel has been renovated within the last few years.
Chapel and the Oyce of Herston
I think that the old chapel has been renovated within the last few years.
Farmland and the Oyce of Herston Looking northwards toward the old chapel.
Farmland and the Oyce of Herston
Looking northwards toward the old chapel.
Show me another place!

North Lobers is located at Grid Ref: ND4289 (Lat: 58.788618, Lng: -2.9951085)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 58.788618,-2.9951085
Nev Hill
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 58.7898376/-2.9905738
Nev Hill Cairn
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 58.787559/-2.98943
Chambered cairn (Neoloithic)
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 58.7866589/-2.9906537
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