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Collafirth Hill

Hill, Mountain in Shetland

Scotland

Collafirth Hill

Hill burn, Collafirth, Shetland The Burn of the Twa-roes falls steeply to join the Burn of Roerwater. This empties into the sea at the Voe of the Brig.
Hill burn, Collafirth, Shetland Credit: AlastairG

Collafirth Hill is a prominent hill located in the northern part of the Shetland Islands, off the coast of Scotland. Rising to an elevation of 256 meters (840 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the rugged coastline, rolling hills, and nearby islands.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, with a well-marked trail leading to the summit. The trail meanders through heather-covered moorland and rocky outcrops, providing a challenging but rewarding trek for visitors.

At the top of Collafirth Hill, hikers are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding area, including the North Sea, neighboring islands, and the picturesque village of Collafirth below. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Orkney Islands to the north.

Collafirth Hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, otters, and seals. The area is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its unique flora and fauna, making it an important conservation area in the Shetland Islands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.533445/-1.3912249 or Grid Reference HU3383. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hill burn, Collafirth, Shetland The Burn of the Twa-roes falls steeply to join the Burn of Roerwater. This empties into the sea at the Voe of the Brig.
Hill burn, Collafirth, Shetland
The Burn of the Twa-roes falls steeply to join the Burn of Roerwater. This empties into the sea at the Voe of the Brig.
North Collafirth from Queyfirth
North Collafirth from Queyfirth
South Collafirth from Queyfirth
South Collafirth from Queyfirth
The summit plateau of Mid Field A hill probably visited only because it is on the way to Ronas Hill, the highest point in the Shetland Islands.
The summit plateau of Mid Field
A hill probably visited only because it is on the way to Ronas Hill, the highest point in the Shetland Islands.
On Roga Field A minor summit crossed on the way to Ronas Hill.
On Roga Field
A minor summit crossed on the way to Ronas Hill.
Collafirth Hill
Collafirth Hill
Ronas Hill notice The sign shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/13928">HU3383 : Collafirth Hill</a> has been replaced: no doubt such signs have a fairly short life in such a harsh environment. It is located at the top of the access road to Collafirth Hill. "Around two hours" is a rather generous allowance: it took me 65 minutes.
Ronas Hill notice
The sign shown in HU3383 : Collafirth Hill has been replaced: no doubt such signs have a fairly short life in such a harsh environment. It is located at the top of the access road to Collafirth Hill. "Around two hours" is a rather generous allowance: it took me 65 minutes.
The Beorgs of Collafirth
The Beorgs of Collafirth
The track from Collafirth Hill Joining the A970 above Colla Firth.
The track from Collafirth Hill
Joining the A970 above Colla Firth.
The A970 at South Collafirth
The A970 at South Collafirth
Rough grazing by the A970
Rough grazing by the A970
North Collafirth View along the A970 at North Collafirth
North Collafirth
View along the A970 at North Collafirth
On Collafirth Hill This rocky landscape is 'fellfield' - pieces of sharp-edged rock. In the far distance the island of Foula (pronounced 'foola') can just be seen.
On Collafirth Hill
This rocky landscape is 'fellfield' - pieces of sharp-edged rock. In the far distance the island of Foula (pronounced 'foola') can just be seen.
The track down from Collafirth Hill A vessel is berthed at the pier in the Voe of the Brig.
The track down from Collafirth Hill
A vessel is berthed at the pier in the Voe of the Brig.
A970 South Collafirth
A970 South Collafirth
Mountain Hare (Lepus timidus), Beorgs of Collafirth Going through the change.
Mountain Hare (Lepus timidus), Beorgs of Collafirth
Going through the change.
Uyea Scord, between Collafirth Hill and Ronas Hill
Uyea Scord, between Collafirth Hill and Ronas Hill
View north from Collafirth Hill
View north from Collafirth Hill
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Collafirth Hill is located at Grid Ref: HU3383 (Lat: 60.533445, Lng: -1.3912249)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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