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White Braes

Downs, Moorland in Orkney

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White Braes

Burn of Lyregeo The burn flows over bedrock containing fossil wave ripples.
Burn of Lyregeo Credit: George Brown

White Braes is a picturesque area located in Orkney, a group of islands situated off the northern coast of mainland Scotland. Known for its stunning natural beauty, White Braes is characterized by its rolling downs and vast moorlands, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The downs of White Braes offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, with its gentle slopes covered in lush green grasses and dotted with wildflowers during the summer months. The area is home to a variety of bird species, including the iconic puffins and the elusive hen harriers, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

The moorlands of White Braes are a haven for wildlife, with their vast expanses of heather and peat creating a unique habitat for a range of species. Visitors to the area may catch a glimpse of red deer grazing on the moors or spot the distinctive golden plovers darting across the sky. The moorlands are also home to an array of wildflowers, including heather, bog cotton, and orchids, adding bursts of color to the landscape.

White Braes is a tranquil and serene area, perfect for those seeking solitude and a connection with nature. It offers ample opportunities for hiking and walking, with several well-marked trails that wind through the downs and moorlands. Whether exploring the rolling hills or observing the diverse wildlife, a visit to White Braes is sure to be a memorable experience for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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White Braes Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.988356/-3.3546639 or Grid Reference HY2212. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Burn of Lyregeo The burn flows over bedrock containing fossil wave ripples.
Burn of Lyregeo
The burn flows over bedrock containing fossil wave ripples.
Agla Bar - Billia Croo The protective arm of an imposing geo (Johnson's Cave) on an exposed day. A narrow coastal path passes here but it is daunting on a day like this and not without some danger
Agla Bar - Billia Croo
The protective arm of an imposing geo (Johnson's Cave) on an exposed day. A narrow coastal path passes here but it is daunting on a day like this and not without some danger
Hole o' Row The end of the Burn of Dykeside as it tumbles into the sea. A small pathway traverses the cliffs here, between Stromness and Yesnaby. A few places can be daunting on wet and windy days.
Hole o' Row
The end of the Burn of Dykeside as it tumbles into the sea. A small pathway traverses the cliffs here, between Stromness and Yesnaby. A few places can be daunting on wet and windy days.
Filled Quarry - Johnson's Hole Only on very old maps is this quarry marked. Shales and mudstones seem to have been taken from here, possibly for roofing. Most of what is seen is fairly recent backfill
Filled Quarry - Johnson's Hole
Only on very old maps is this quarry marked. Shales and mudstones seem to have been taken from here, possibly for roofing. Most of what is seen is fairly recent backfill
Whale Geo - Billia Croo A messy day at the seaside. The footpath between Stromness and Yesnaby runs past here. On a wet and windy day it can be dangerous.
Whale Geo - Billia Croo
A messy day at the seaside. The footpath between Stromness and Yesnaby runs past here. On a wet and windy day it can be dangerous.
Sedimentary pavement at Billia Croo
Sedimentary pavement at Billia Croo
Hill of Lynedardy Parked along the road from the private farm road which we used to gain the summit which was in a field off the track with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs. Great pasture and view towards Hoy. Name: Hill of Lynedardy Hill number: 12205 Height: 136m / 446ft Parent (Ma/M): 1555 Milldoe - Mid Tooin Area:23: Orkney Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: HY233112 (est) Drop: 32m Col: 104m HY236116
Hill of Lynedardy
Parked along the road from the private farm road which we used to gain the summit which was in a field off the track with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs. Great pasture and view towards Hoy. Name: Hill of Lynedardy Hill number: 12205 Height: 136m / 446ft Parent (Ma/M): 1555 Milldoe - Mid Tooin Area:23: Orkney Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: HY233112 (est) Drop: 32m Col: 104m HY236116
Farm Buildings Near Feolquoy We used the private road up passed these large farm building on the way to bag the Hill of Lynedardy. The cattle seen on route looked very fit and well.
Farm Buildings Near Feolquoy
We used the private road up passed these large farm building on the way to bag the Hill of Lynedardy. The cattle seen on route looked very fit and well.
Merranblo Summit Bagged via the track to the WSW to a top on the moorland with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs. Now a subTUMP or unclassified hill. Name: Merranblo Hill number:12203 Height: 146m / 479ft Parent (Ma/M): 1555 Milldoe - Mid Tooin Area:23: Orkney Islands Class: Un Grid ref: HY240120 (est) Drop: 29m Col: 117m HY238126
Merranblo Summit
Bagged via the track to the WSW to a top on the moorland with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs. Now a subTUMP or unclassified hill. Name: Merranblo Hill number:12203 Height: 146m / 479ft Parent (Ma/M): 1555 Milldoe - Mid Tooin Area:23: Orkney Islands Class: Un Grid ref: HY240120 (est) Drop: 29m Col: 117m HY238126
Route Of Ascent For Merranblo This is a view of the barbed wire gate undone and the track we walked up to bag the P29 summit called Merranblo.
Route Of Ascent For Merranblo
This is a view of the barbed wire gate undone and the track we walked up to bag the P29 summit called Merranblo.
Clifftop path above Lyre Geo The clifftop is a good even grassy surface to walk on.
Clifftop path above Lyre Geo
The clifftop is a good even grassy surface to walk on.
Burn of Lyregeo Looking upstream from the clifftop.
Burn of Lyregeo
Looking upstream from the clifftop.
Burn at North Gaulton About to plunge over the cliff.
Burn at North Gaulton
About to plunge over the cliff.
Castle of North Gaulton This sea stack once appeared in a car advertisement. See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/large.orkneycommunities.co.uk/25459.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/large.orkneycommunities.co.uk/25459.jpg">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>
Castle of North Gaulton
This sea stack once appeared in a car advertisement. See: LinkExternal link
Hillside above Lyre Geo There are not many features here. The indentation ahead is the course of the Burn of Lyregeo. North Hill stands behind but I don't think you can see the top.
Hillside above Lyre Geo
There are not many features here. The indentation ahead is the course of the Burn of Lyregeo. North Hill stands behind but I don't think you can see the top.
Hillside below Nether Brow In the distance, you can see a fence line climbing up to the plateau.
Hillside below Nether Brow
In the distance, you can see a fence line climbing up to the plateau.
Hillside above Lyre Geo The gentle hillside ends abruptly at the cliff edge. The course of the Burn of Lyregeo is quite clear. There is a lot of sea mist surrounding Hoy which is intruding into this image.
Hillside above Lyre Geo
The gentle hillside ends abruptly at the cliff edge. The course of the Burn of Lyregeo is quite clear. There is a lot of sea mist surrounding Hoy which is intruding into this image.
Castle of North Gaulton, (rock stack) near Yesnaby
Castle of North Gaulton, (rock stack) near Yesnaby
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White Braes is located at Grid Ref: HY2212 (Lat: 58.988356, Lng: -3.3546639)

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