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Punds Water

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Shetland

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Punds Water

Country near Hamnavoe In the distance, Muckle Ossa, 56m in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU2185">HU2185</a>, is very prominent.
Country near Hamnavoe Credit: David Purchase

Punds Water is a small freshwater loch located on the island of Shetland in Scotland. Situated in the parish of Sandsting and Aithsting, it is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike due to its serene beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

This freshwater body covers an area of approximately 3.5 hectares and is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green vegetation. The loch itself is relatively shallow, with an average depth of around 1.5 meters. It is fed by a small stream that flows from the nearby hills, ensuring a constant supply of freshwater.

Punds Water is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, making it an important ecological site. The loch supports a variety of aquatic plants such as water lilies, reeds, and rushes, which provide habitat and food for numerous bird species, including ducks, swans, and waders. The surrounding marshland is also inhabited by small mammals, amphibians, and insects.

The calm and peaceful nature of Punds Water makes it an ideal spot for birdwatching, nature photography, and simply enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings. It offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of this untouched landscape.

Overall, Punds Water is a picturesque freshwater loch, rich in biodiversity, and offers a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a moment of solitude in the stunning Shetland countryside.

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Punds Water Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.513833/-1.5515974 or Grid Reference HU2481. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Country near Hamnavoe In the distance, Muckle Ossa, 56m in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU2185">HU2185</a>, is very prominent.
Country near Hamnavoe
In the distance, Muckle Ossa, 56m in HU2185, is very prominent.
One of the Giants' stones at Hamnavoe I don't wish to be unkind, but it seems to me that these must have been rather small giants.
One of the Giants' stones at Hamnavoe
I don't wish to be unkind, but it seems to me that these must have been rather small giants.
Sand Water near Tingon Another of the many Sand Waters in Shetland, this one just north of Gluss Water, with Ketligill Head in the distance and the gables of the house at Sumra just visible on the skyline.
Sand Water near Tingon
Another of the many Sand Waters in Shetland, this one just north of Gluss Water, with Ketligill Head in the distance and the gables of the house at Sumra just visible on the skyline.
South end of Gluss Water Trying to find trout near the small beach at the south end of the loch.
South end of Gluss Water
Trying to find trout near the small beach at the south end of the loch.
Eshaness: the post office This small bungalow, Urafirth, is the home of the postmistress and is thus home to the post office, open for two hours each on Monday and Saturday mornings and another two on Thursday afternoons. The office does not have a familiar glass screen but is simply a desk in one of the rooms.
Eshaness: the post office
This small bungalow, Urafirth, is the home of the postmistress and is thus home to the post office, open for two hours each on Monday and Saturday mornings and another two on Thursday afternoons. The office does not have a familiar glass screen but is simply a desk in one of the rooms.
Johnnie Notions' cottage This cottage is now a Shetland camping Böd. In this remote corner of Shetland Johnnie Notions discovered a vaccination against Smallpox. For more see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.baysights.com/shetlandbooks/shetdocs/storyarch.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.baysights.com/shetlandbooks/shetdocs/storyarch.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Johnnie Notions' cottage
This cottage is now a Shetland camping Böd. In this remote corner of Shetland Johnnie Notions discovered a vaccination against Smallpox. For more see: LinkExternal link
Hamnavoe A collection of houses and ruins at the road end. Rain was clearing as fast as it had arrived.
Hamnavoe
A collection of houses and ruins at the road end. Rain was clearing as fast as it had arrived.
South Head A big swell breaks on the crags north of Hamnavoe.
South Head
A big swell breaks on the crags north of Hamnavoe.
Grassland, Hamnavoe The Esha Ness plateau.
Grassland, Hamnavoe
The Esha Ness plateau.
Cattle grid, Hamnavoe
Cattle grid, Hamnavoe
Window, Johnny Notion's View through the thick walls of the restored croft house which is now operating as a camping böd - a simple bunkhouse. There are four beds and you will need your own stove at this one. A lovely place.
Window, Johnny Notion's
View through the thick walls of the restored croft house which is now operating as a camping böd - a simple bunkhouse. There are four beds and you will need your own stove at this one. A lovely place.
Sunset, Hamnavoe The sun makes a short trip beneath the horizon.
Sunset, Hamnavoe
The sun makes a short trip beneath the horizon.
Johnny Notion's One of the simplest of the camping böds and a lovely place to stay.
Johnny Notion's
One of the simplest of the camping böds and a lovely place to stay.
The mouth of Hamna Voe from Leascole, Eshaness
The mouth of Hamna Voe from Leascole, Eshaness
View to Whal Wick from Hamnavoe, Eshaness Muckle Ossa in the distance.
View to Whal Wick from Hamnavoe, Eshaness
Muckle Ossa in the distance.
The Giant's Stones, Hamnavoe, Eshaness
The Giant's Stones, Hamnavoe, Eshaness
Hamnavoe Bod, near Esha Ness Not the Hamnavoe on West Burra. One can stay in this primitive Bod overnight.
Hamnavoe Bod, near Esha Ness
Not the Hamnavoe on West Burra. One can stay in this primitive Bod overnight.
Giants Stones Eshaness Giants stones and hungry sheep.
Giants Stones Eshaness
Giants stones and hungry sheep.
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Punds Water is located at Grid Ref: HU2481 (Lat: 60.513833, Lng: -1.5515974)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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