Voes Bottom

Valley in Shetland

Scotland

Voes Bottom

Bus at a junction at Voe The Viking Energy windfarm in the background.
Bus at a junction at Voe Credit: Mike Pennington

Voes Bottom is a picturesque valley located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. Situated on the mainland of Shetland, this valley is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich history.

The valley is nestled between rolling hills, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Lush green pastures, meandering streams, and scattered wildflowers create a serene and idyllic atmosphere. The valley is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, sheep, and ponies, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Voes Bottom holds significant historical importance as well. It was once a thriving agricultural hub, with farms and crofts dotting the landscape. The remnants of these traditional dwellings can still be seen, offering a glimpse into the past way of life in the area.

The valley is also known for its rich archaeological heritage. Excavations have uncovered ancient artifacts, including tools and pottery, dating back thousands of years. These findings shed light on the early human settlements in the region and provide valuable insight into the history of the Shetland Islands.

Voes Bottom is a popular destination for hikers and walkers, with several trails and paths crisscrossing the valley. These routes allow visitors to explore the area at their own pace, immersing themselves in the tranquility of the surroundings.

Overall, Voes Bottom is a hidden gem within the Shetland Islands, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat or a chance to delve into the past, this valley has something to offer for everyone.

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Voes Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.350191/-1.2585041 or Grid Reference HU4163. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bus at a junction at Voe The Viking Energy windfarm in the background.
Bus at a junction at Voe
The Viking Energy windfarm in the background.
Constructing aerogenerators near Voe
Constructing aerogenerators near Voe
"Honestas" in Voe Harbour For some reason I assumed this fine boat was permanently moored here, it looks so much part of the scenery.
But it doesn't feature in any other pictures of the harbour so I guess it's a visitor and I was lucky to get this shot.
"Honestas" in Voe Harbour
For some reason I assumed this fine boat was permanently moored here, it looks so much part of the scenery. But it doesn't feature in any other pictures of the harbour so I guess it's a visitor and I was lucky to get this shot.
Lower Voe The head of Olna Firth, which is frozen.
Lower Voe
The head of Olna Firth, which is frozen.
Frozen marina at Voe Olna Firth is salt water, but is enclosed and has frozen after several days of very hard frosts.
Frozen marina at Voe
Olna Firth is salt water, but is enclosed and has frozen after several days of very hard frosts.
Olna Firth at Voe This sheltered arm of the sea has frozen in the hard frosts of recent nights.
Olna Firth at Voe
This sheltered arm of the sea has frozen in the hard frosts of recent nights.
Roadside pund west of Sussetter Hill, Voe A pund is a gathering place for sheep.
Roadside pund west of Sussetter Hill, Voe
A pund is a gathering place for sheep.
The Manse Rocky stream at Voe
The Manse
Rocky stream at Voe
Houses at Voe A view of houses at Voe
Houses at Voe
A view of houses at Voe
Road at Hamars The A968 Road at Hamars
Road at Hamars
The A968 Road at Hamars
A968 road View to Olna Firth
A968 road
View to Olna Firth
Colourful Housing This is Mulla, nice bright colours against the green hillside.
Colourful Housing
This is Mulla, nice bright colours against the green hillside.
Valley of the Burn of Sursetter The Burn of Sursetter is around 3 kms long and flows into Olna Firth. The conical thing in the foreground is a stack of rusty metal fence posts.
Valley of the Burn of Sursetter
The Burn of Sursetter is around 3 kms long and flows into Olna Firth. The conical thing in the foreground is a stack of rusty metal fence posts.
Overlooking Voe Harbour
Overlooking Voe Harbour
Information Board at Voe There is a lay by and overlook beside the road with a view over the harbour and a visitor board with history and old pictures of the development of Voe.
Information Board at Voe
There is a lay by and overlook beside the road with a view over the harbour and a visitor board with history and old pictures of the development of Voe.
The daggerfly Empis tessellata, Loch of Voe A common predacious fly.
The daggerfly Empis tessellata, Loch of Voe
A common predacious fly.
The hoverfly Sericomyia silentis, Loch of Voe Necataring on Marsh Thistle (Cirsium palustre).
The hoverfly Sericomyia silentis, Loch of Voe
Necataring on Marsh Thistle (Cirsium palustre).
Loch of Voe From within the plantation.
Loch of Voe
From within the plantation.
Show me another place!

Voes Bottom is located at Grid Ref: HU4163 (Lat: 60.350191, Lng: -1.2585041)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Pierhead
Addr City: Shetland
Addr Postcode: ZE2 9PX
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Source Addr Postcode: FHRS Open Data
Wheelchair: yes
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The Sail Loft
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Toilets
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Millennium Milepost
Artist Name: Andrew Rowe
Bicycle: yes
Cycle Network: UK:National Cycle Network
Description: Sustrans Millennium Milepost for National Cycle Network route 1, indicating west to Bixter (11 miles) and Lerwick (28 miles), north (via ferry) to ? and east to ?.
Destination: Bixter;Lerwick
Direction: 130
Fixme: north and east destinations need checking
Guide Type: destination
Information: guidepost
Material: metal
Ncn Milepost: rowe
Note: Sustrans cancelled the NCN1 route here in Summer 2020
Operator: Sustrans
Sustrans Ref: MP1094
Tourism: information
Website: https://www.sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network/millennium-mileposts
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Post Box
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Recycling
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Olnafirth Sea Farms ltd
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Barrier: stile
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Bench: yes
Leisure: picnic_table
Lit: no
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Bus Stop
Lower Voe Junction
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
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Give Way
Direction: forward
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Artwork Type: sculpture
Description: fish on a small cairn
Material: stone
Tourism: artwork
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Voe Freeview Transmitter
Man Made: antenna
Lat/Long: 60.3532699/-1.2602942
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