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Scammi Dale

Valley in Shetland

Scotland

Scammi Dale

Whistlebare and Sandness Hill
Whistlebare and Sandness Hill Credit: Mike Pennington

Scammi Dale is a picturesque valley located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago situated off the northeast coast of mainland Scotland. Nestled amidst the rugged terrain and breathtaking landscapes, Scammi Dale is known for its natural beauty and tranquility.

This valley is surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With its diverse wildlife and unique flora, Scammi Dale offers visitors the opportunity to explore and immerse themselves in the untouched wilderness of the Shetland Islands.

The valley is home to a small community of residents who have built traditional Shetland croft houses, adding to the charm and authenticity of the area. These crofts, with their distinct architecture and thatched roofs, provide a glimpse into the local way of life.

Scammi Dale is also known for its rich history, dating back centuries. Ruins of ancient settlements and standing stones can be found scattered throughout the valley, offering a glimpse into the past and the lives of those who once called this place home.

Visitors to Scammi Dale can indulge in a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and fishing. The area is particularly renowned for its excellent trout fishing spots, attracting anglers from far and wide.

Overall, Scammi Dale is a hidden gem in the Shetland Islands, offering visitors a chance to experience the untouched beauty and tranquility of this remote part of Scotland.

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Scammi Dale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.288409/-1.6754796 or Grid Reference HU1856. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Whistlebare and Sandness Hill
Whistlebare and Sandness Hill
Sandness with Ronas Hill
Sandness with Ronas Hill
Sillerselka, Sandness
Sillerselka, Sandness
Ayre of Melby, Sandness
Ayre of Melby, Sandness
House by the pier, Melby, Sandness
House by the pier, Melby, Sandness
Ayre of Melby, Sandness
Ayre of Melby, Sandness
Track at the end of the road, Huxter, Sandness
Track at the end of the road, Huxter, Sandness
Sandness from Huxter
Sandness from Huxter
Tusker, Sandness
Tusker, Sandness
Melby, Sandness
Melby, Sandness
Tundra Bean Goose (Anser serrirostris) with Greylag Geese (Anser anser), Melby
Tundra Bean Goose (Anser serrirostris) with Greylag Geese (Anser anser), Melby
Sandness: postbox № ZE2 126 This postbox, serving the western end of mainland Shetland, stands conveniently by a few parking spaces outside Sandness village school, but I think it likely that it has been relocated here since the post office/stores, which was in Melby just to the northwest, closed a couple of years ago. The box is emptied at 7:15 on weekday and Saturday mornings. Beyond, we see a pond in someone's garden, with the island of Papa Stour faintly visible in the distance.
Sandness: postbox № ZE2 126
This postbox, serving the western end of mainland Shetland, stands conveniently by a few parking spaces outside Sandness village school, but I think it likely that it has been relocated here since the post office/stores, which was in Melby just to the northwest, closed a couple of years ago. The box is emptied at 7:15 on weekday and Saturday mornings. Beyond, we see a pond in someone's garden, with the island of Papa Stour faintly visible in the distance.
Sandness: disused church at Melby The telltale sign that this church is no longer in use is the fact that the only door is concreted up! The grounds are still in use as a cemetery, though.
Sandness: disused church at Melby
The telltale sign that this church is no longer in use is the fact that the only door is concreted up! The grounds are still in use as a cemetery, though.
Sandness: two sheep and Holm of Melby These two skittish sheep seemed rather surprised to see me - anyone - joining them on this drab, drizzly Saturday morning. Having just gone through their field and now on the seaward side of the fence, we can look back towards them with Holm of Melby, a small island in the Sound of Papa, in the background.
Sandness: two sheep and Holm of Melby
These two skittish sheep seemed rather surprised to see me - anyone - joining them on this drab, drizzly Saturday morning. Having just gone through their field and now on the seaward side of the fence, we can look back towards them with Holm of Melby, a small island in the Sound of Papa, in the background.
Sandness: rocky shore at Melby The Hill of Melby in the background is shrouded in mist this afternoon.
Sandness: rocky shore at Melby
The Hill of Melby in the background is shrouded in mist this afternoon.
Sandness: coastal erosion at Melby This low grass area alongside the shore has conspicuous evidence of ongoing erosion. The coastal path along here has been redirected inland a little. The eastern end of Papa Stour is in the background.
Sandness: coastal erosion at Melby
This low grass area alongside the shore has conspicuous evidence of ongoing erosion. The coastal path along here has been redirected inland a little. The eastern end of Papa Stour is in the background.
Sandness: view over Papa Stour from Melby Looking across the Sound of Papa from the coastline at Melby; the whole width of the island of Papa Stour pans out in the background.
Sandness: view over Papa Stour from Melby
Looking across the Sound of Papa from the coastline at Melby; the whole width of the island of Papa Stour pans out in the background.
Sandness: bay and pebbly beach A small bay around the western side of Melby, with a stony beach.
Sandness: bay and pebbly beach
A small bay around the western side of Melby, with a stony beach.
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Scammi Dale is located at Grid Ref: HU1856 (Lat: 60.288409, Lng: -1.6754796)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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