Green Moor

Downs, Moorland in Shetland

Scotland

Green Moor

Turriefield, Sandness
Turriefield, Sandness Credit: Mike Pennington

Green Moor is a picturesque area located in the Shetland Islands, a remote archipelago in Scotland. Spread across a sprawling expanse of downs and moorland, Green Moor offers breathtaking natural beauty and a tranquil atmosphere. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, scattered with heather, grasses, and other low-lying vegetation, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors throughout the year.

The area is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species, such as puffins, fulmars, and oystercatchers, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts. Visitors may also be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of seals or otters in the surrounding waters.

Green Moor is a popular destination for outdoor activities, such as hiking and nature walks. The undulating terrain provides opportunities for both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. The breathtaking views from the higher points offer a unique perspective of the surrounding islands and the vast North Atlantic Ocean.

For those interested in history, Green Moor is also home to several ancient archaeological sites, including standing stones and burial mounds, that provide a glimpse into the island's rich past. These sites offer a fascinating insight into the lives of the early inhabitants of Shetland and their connection to the land.

Overall, Green Moor in Shetland is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. With its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich history, it offers a truly unforgettable experience for visitors looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish wilderness.

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Green Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.294515/-1.6612193 or Grid Reference HU1856. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Turriefield, Sandness
Turriefield, Sandness
Cattle Grid, A971
Cattle Grid, A971
Rough Grazing by the Road Landscape near Sandness
Rough Grazing by the Road
Landscape near Sandness
The Road to Bousta
The Road to Bousta
Turrifield South east of Norby. Crofts old and new.
Turrifield
South east of Norby. Crofts old and new.
View across rough pasture To Holm of Melby with Papa Stour beyond.
View across rough pasture
To Holm of Melby with Papa Stour beyond.
View down cliff at Neap of Norby The crumbling cliffs are composed of a mix of schists and gneisses.
View down cliff at Neap of Norby
The crumbling cliffs are composed of a mix of schists and gneisses.
Sheep, Norby
Sheep, Norby
Sandness: View towards Gord
Sandness: View towards Gord
Stile, Shendale Hill On the way up Sandness Hill.
Stile, Shendale Hill
On the way up Sandness Hill.
Burn of Hermaneuk Burn on the slopes of Shendale Hill.
Burn of Hermaneuk
Burn on the slopes of Shendale Hill.
Track on Shendale Hill Track to the bogs higher on Shendale Hill.
Track on Shendale Hill
Track to the bogs higher on Shendale Hill.
Shendale Hill Track running up to the bogs on Shendale Hill.
Shendale Hill
Track running up to the bogs on Shendale Hill.
Whistlebare and Sandness Hill
Whistlebare and Sandness Hill
Loch of Norby, Sandness
Loch of Norby, Sandness
Sandness with Ronas Hill
Sandness with Ronas Hill
Sillerselka, Sandness
Sillerselka, Sandness
Ayre of Melby, Sandness
Ayre of Melby, Sandness
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Green Moor is located at Grid Ref: HU1856 (Lat: 60.294515, Lng: -1.6612193)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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