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Lergeo Water

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Shetland

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Lergeo Water

North Head, Tingon, from Leascole, Eshaness
North Head, Tingon, from Leascole, Eshaness Credit: Mike Pennington

Lergeo Water is a freshwater loch located in the Shetland Islands, which are part of Scotland. This stunning body of water is situated in the central part of Mainland, the largest island in the archipelago. Lergeo Water is known for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.

Covering an area of approximately 2.5 hectares, Lergeo Water is relatively small in size compared to some of the other lochs in the region. It is surrounded by lush green vegetation, including reeds and grasses, which provide a picturesque backdrop to the tranquil waters. The loch is fed by several small streams and springs, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater.

The water in Lergeo Water is clear and inviting, making it ideal for various recreational activities. Fishing enthusiasts are drawn to the loch, as it is home to a variety of fish species, including brown trout. It is not uncommon to see anglers casting their lines from the banks or small boats.

The surrounding area is rich in wildlife, with numerous bird species making Lergeo Water their home or using it as a stopover during migration. Birdwatchers can often spot species such as swans, ducks, and herons, among others.

Lergeo Water offers a peaceful and tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy. Whether it's taking a leisurely stroll along the shores, birdwatching, or simply admiring the natural beauty, this freshwater loch is a must-visit destination for nature lovers in Shetland.

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Lergeo Water Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.546476/-1.5401354 or Grid Reference HU2584. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

North Head, Tingon, from Leascole, Eshaness
North Head, Tingon, from Leascole, Eshaness
The Faither Sea Cliffs in this area are mostly loose and somewhat dangerous, but in places the sea keeps the base 30m or so relatively clean. The pocketed rock provides perfect nesting locations for Fulmars.
The Faither
Sea Cliffs in this area are mostly loose and somewhat dangerous, but in places the sea keeps the base 30m or so relatively clean. The pocketed rock provides perfect nesting locations for Fulmars.
Headland across Galti Geo This land shows signs of recent usage as pasture but is now mostly occupied by a large variety of birdlife. Many gulls and fulmars can be seen here nesting on the cliffs
Headland across Galti Geo
This land shows signs of recent usage as pasture but is now mostly occupied by a large variety of birdlife. Many gulls and fulmars can be seen here nesting on the cliffs
Tingon croft house
Tingon croft house
Seacliffs south of North Head
Seacliffs south of North Head
Geo of Ockran, North Head
Geo of Ockran, North Head
Looking SE down the Geo of Ockran
Looking SE down the Geo of Ockran
Gorsendi Geo The cliffs are between 50 and 70 metres high. The southern slopes had many hundreds of Greylag Geese, grazing on the rich grassland.
Gorsendi Geo
The cliffs are between 50 and 70 metres high. The southern slopes had many hundreds of Greylag Geese, grazing on the rich grassland.
Bay Hevda from Clew Head
Bay Hevda from Clew Head
Sheep folds, Clew Head These sheep folds use the sides of a narrow ravine to form the edges of the enclosures. There are similar examples in HU3072, above South Sound in Mangaster.
Sheep folds, Clew Head
These sheep folds use the sides of a narrow ravine to form the edges of the enclosures. There are similar examples in HU3072, above South Sound in Mangaster.
Clew Head from Bay Hevda
Clew Head from Bay Hevda
Ler Geo These tremendous cliffs at the head of the Geo are about 80 m high.
Ler Geo
These tremendous cliffs at the head of the Geo are about 80 m high.
Ler Geo
Ler Geo
Trig Point 107 m, above The Faither Oddly, this peninsula north of Hamnavoe has no name on any maps, large or small scale. Local names only cover small areas of terrain (e.g. Villains of Hamnavoe, The Faither, etc.), and locals in Hillswick don't know any names either. Can anyone out there offer any help or suggestions?
Trig Point 107 m, above The Faither
Oddly, this peninsula north of Hamnavoe has no name on any maps, large or small scale. Local names only cover small areas of terrain (e.g. Villains of Hamnavoe, The Faither, etc.), and locals in Hillswick don't know any names either. Can anyone out there offer any help or suggestions?
Galti Stack
Galti Stack
Lergeo Water
Lergeo Water
Gossa Waters from the east
Gossa Waters from the east
Stack of Sumra from Bratta Beck The steep cliff on the left marks a possible fault scarp, separating the brown Devonian volcanic rocks (left) from the pink Devonian granite on the right. This is the same granite which forms the Ronas Hill massif.
Stack of Sumra from Bratta Beck
The steep cliff on the left marks a possible fault scarp, separating the brown Devonian volcanic rocks (left) from the pink Devonian granite on the right. This is the same granite which forms the Ronas Hill massif.
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Lergeo Water is located at Grid Ref: HU2584 (Lat: 60.546476, Lng: -1.5401354)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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