Britch Hellia

Cliff, Slope in Shetland

Scotland

Britch Hellia

Cliff on Isbister Holm, Whalsay
Cliff on Isbister Holm, Whalsay Credit: Mike Pennington

Britch Hellia is a striking cliff and slope located in the remote and rugged Shetland Islands, an archipelago situated off the northeastern coast of Scotland. This natural feature is renowned for its breathtaking beauty, attracting visitors from around the world. With its dramatic cliffs and steep slopes, Britch Hellia offers a truly awe-inspiring sight.

The cliff stands tall, rising to an impressive height, providing a commanding view of the surrounding landscape. Its sheer face is composed of layers of sedimentary rocks, revealing the geological history of the area. The colors and textures of the rocks vary, adding to the visual appeal of Britch Hellia.

The slope, on the other hand, gradually descends from the top of the cliff, forming a picturesque transition between the rugged terrain and the crashing waves below. Covered in lush vegetation, including hardy grasses and wildflowers, the slope adds a touch of vibrant green to the otherwise rocky landscape.

Britch Hellia offers a habitat for various bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers. The cliff provides nesting sites for seabirds like puffins, fulmars, and kittiwakes, while the slope attracts songbirds and other small avian species. The air surrounding the area is often filled with the musical calls and chirping of these feathered inhabitants.

Access to Britch Hellia is limited, as it is located in a remote part of the Shetland Islands. However, brave adventurers who make the journey are rewarded with a truly remarkable natural spectacle that showcases the raw power and beauty of the Scottish coastline.

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Britch Hellia Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.356887/-0.94432715 or Grid Reference HU5864. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cliff on Isbister Holm, Whalsay
Cliff on Isbister Holm, Whalsay
Isbister Holm
Isbister Holm
Nuckro Water, Whalsay
Nuckro Water, Whalsay
Approaching Isbister, Whalsay The Out Skerries are on the horizon.
Approaching Isbister, Whalsay
The Out Skerries are on the horizon.
Country near Isbister At sea, left to right, are the islets of Nista, Mooa and Isbister Holm, with the Out Skerries in the far distance on the left.
Country near Isbister
At sea, left to right, are the islets of Nista, Mooa and Isbister Holm, with the Out Skerries in the far distance on the left.
Loch Isbister
Loch Isbister
The Houll, Whalsay Probably usually very damp.
The Houll, Whalsay
Probably usually very damp.
Loch Vats-houll, Whalsay
Loch Vats-houll, Whalsay
View towards Nuckro Water View towards Nuckro water on the island of Whalsay
View towards Nuckro Water
View towards Nuckro water on the island of Whalsay
Standing Stones of Yoxie Standing Stones of Yoxie, Pettigarths Fields, Mid Breck, Whalsay.
Standing Stones of Yoxie
Standing Stones of Yoxie, Pettigarths Fields, Mid Breck, Whalsay.
Chambered Cairn Chambered Cairn & Cyst (north end), Pettigarths Field, Mid Breck, Whalsay.
Skaw (Taing) in the distance.
Chambered Cairn
Chambered Cairn & Cyst (north end), Pettigarths Field, Mid Breck, Whalsay. Skaw (Taing) in the distance.
Yoxie Geo Cliffs Cliffs on the east side of Whalsay, near the Standing Stones of Yoxie.
Yoxie Geo Cliffs
Cliffs on the east side of Whalsay, near the Standing Stones of Yoxie.
West Loch of Skaw We had a picnic on the shore here. Very pleasant. Shetland's lack of midges should be made a lot more of by the tourist people.
West Loch of Skaw
We had a picnic on the shore here. Very pleasant. Shetland's lack of midges should be made a lot more of by the tourist people.
By the West Loch of Skaw These little round enclosures are everywhere. I had no idea what they were for, so thanks to Oliver Dixon for putting me right. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3584966">HU5866 : Planticrubs on the shores of the West Loch of Skaw</a>
Planticrub. What a wonderful word. Much better than "kale growing enclosure." I shall endeavour to use it wherever possible.
By the West Loch of Skaw
These little round enclosures are everywhere. I had no idea what they were for, so thanks to Oliver Dixon for putting me right. HU5866 : Planticrubs on the shores of the West Loch of Skaw Planticrub. What a wonderful word. Much better than "kale growing enclosure." I shall endeavour to use it wherever possible.
Sheep by the Standing Stones The Standing Stones of Yoxie, a slightly misleading name as these stones are now thought to be part of a Neolithic homestead. There are several other ancient structures close by.
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standing_Stones_of_Yoxie" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standing_Stones_of_Yoxie">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>
Sheep by the Standing Stones
The Standing Stones of Yoxie, a slightly misleading name as these stones are now thought to be part of a Neolithic homestead. There are several other ancient structures close by. LinkExternal link
Pond near the Standing Stones A small pond in an old peat digging, one of the few features apart from the nearby antiquities, in this wide landscape.
Pond near the Standing Stones
A small pond in an old peat digging, one of the few features apart from the nearby antiquities, in this wide landscape.
Benie Hoose One of several antiquities on this Neolithic / Bronze Age site. There is a Wikipedia page which goes on about druids and stuff, but this article  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/1309/whalsay-benie-hoose" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/1309/whalsay-benie-hoose">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> seems to favour the more likely idea that it was just a farm house.
The oblong pile of rocks beyond looks recent.
Benie Hoose
One of several antiquities on this Neolithic / Bronze Age site. There is a Wikipedia page which goes on about druids and stuff, but this article LinkExternal link seems to favour the more likely idea that it was just a farm house. The oblong pile of rocks beyond looks recent.
Fence Corner, Mid Breck We decided we would get to the Standing Stones of Yoxie by going over the hill rather than round the coast. The going is mostly like this but it gets a bit boggy over the other side just uphill from the stones. Follow this fence line up the hill from here till you get to the top, and you'll see the stones (if it's a nice day)
Fence Corner, Mid Breck
We decided we would get to the Standing Stones of Yoxie by going over the hill rather than round the coast. The going is mostly like this but it gets a bit boggy over the other side just uphill from the stones. Follow this fence line up the hill from here till you get to the top, and you'll see the stones (if it's a nice day)
Show me another place!

Britch Hellia is located at Grid Ref: HU5864 (Lat: 60.356887, Lng: -0.94432715)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///rope.skim.kingpin. Near Symbister, Shetland Islands

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