Douna Dale

Valley in Shetland

Scotland

Douna Dale

Old Post Office, Brae Credit: Mike Pennington

Douna Dale, also known as Doo Dale or Doo Dale Valley, is a picturesque location situated in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. This valley is located on the mainland of Shetland, near the village of Sandwick. It is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

Douna Dale is a narrow valley flanked by steep hills on either side, which gives it a secluded and intimate feel. The valley is carpeted with lush green grass, dotted with wildflowers, and crisscrossed by small streams. These streams eventually flow into the nearby Loch of Spiggie, adding to the valley's charm.

The area around Douna Dale is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds such as curlews, lapwings, and meadow pipits. It is also not uncommon to spot otters and seals along the coastline, which adds to the natural appeal of the valley.

The valley is popular among locals and tourists alike for its scenic walks and hiking trails. The surrounding hills offer stunning panoramic views of the valley and the coastline. Visitors can explore the area on foot, taking in the fresh air and enjoying the peaceful ambiance.

Douna Dale is a hidden gem in the Shetland Islands, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty and tranquility make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst breathtaking scenery.

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Douna Dale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.401225/-1.3239134 or Grid Reference HU3768. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Post Office, Brae

Mike Pennington

Brae in the snow

Mike Pennington

Brae in the snow

Mike Pennington

View to Ronas Hill in the snow from Brae

Mike Pennington

Brae Community Woodland

Mike Pennington

Bus Stop at Trondavoe

The B9076 is a link road towards the northern end of Shetland Mainland. It links the A970 at Brae with the A968 near Mossbank. The primarily serves the Sullom Voe oil terminal and also passes the Scatsta Airfield. It is a good quality road which has benefited from the “oil boom” in the 1970s and 80s, being upgraded to serve the oil terminal (which was built between 1975 and 1981) and former alignments can often be seen alongside the current road.

David Dixon

View from Brae Junior High school across Busta Voe

View from Brae Junior High school car park across Busta Voe to the Ward of Runafirth and Muckle Roe on the right with the tip of Hevden Ness on the left above the red car.

martin more

Astroturf Sports Pitch, Brae, Shetland

At Midway, Brae, the first synthetic all weather pitch constructed in Shetland. in the background on the left is the Brae Health Centre with the Mid Brae Inn just right of centre in the background.

John Dally

Burn of Valayre, Shetland

Photo taken looking northwest down the gorge towards the waters of Voxter Voe

Robert Bone

Peat Cutting, Shetland

Cutting peat for domestic heating used to be widespread, but less so now. The photo shows the face that is being worked, the stacked peats set out to drain and dry and the bagged peat ready to be taken away.

Robert Bone

Valayre Quarry

The quarry takes its name from the adjacent burn, and contains an outcrop of the Valayre gneiss. This curious rock can be traced intermittently for 75 km through Mainland and the island of Yell. See also HU5070.

Anne Burgess