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Da Skerry o Skeld

Island in Shetland

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Da Skerry o Skeld

Gaada Stack The stack has two separate arches. This is the eastern arch.
Gaada Stack Credit: Julian Paren

Da Skerry o Skeld, also known as Skeld Ness, is a small island located in the Shetland archipelago, off the northeastern coast of Scotland. With a land area of approximately 0.1 square kilometers, the island is situated at the entrance to Skeld Voe, a sheltered bay on the west side of Shetland's mainland.

Da Skerry o Skeld is characterized by its rugged coastal cliffs, which rise up to 35 meters in height, creating a dramatic landscape. The island is predominantly composed of sandstone, and its exposed cliffs provide nesting sites for a variety of seabirds, including guillemots, razorbills, and kittiwakes.

Access to Da Skerry o Skeld is primarily by boat, as there are no permanent structures or facilities on the island. Due to its remote location and limited human activity, the island has remained relatively untouched by development. This has allowed the natural habitats and wildlife to flourish, making it an attractive destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural beauty, Da Skerry o Skeld has historical significance. The island was once home to a small fishing community, with evidence of human occupation dating back to the Viking era. Today, the remains of stone structures and ancient burial sites can still be found on the island, providing insights into its past.

Overall, Da Skerry o Skeld offers a unique opportunity to experience the raw beauty of Shetland's coastline and immerse oneself in its rich history and diverse wildlife.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.152883/-2.0522723 or Grid Reference HT9740. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gaada Stack The stack has two separate arches. This is the eastern arch.
Gaada Stack
The stack has two separate arches. This is the eastern arch.
The croft of Harrier 1964 The skuas did not attack if you were on the island road, but it was always useful to carry a long bonxie stick, and wave it in the air above your head when they sized you up.
The croft of Harrier 1964
The skuas did not attack if you were on the island road, but it was always useful to carry a long bonxie stick, and wave it in the air above your head when they sized you up.
Hiorawick and Strem Ness A storm prevented our leaving by boat or plane but created massive breakers in Hiorawick Bay
Hiorawick and Strem Ness
A storm prevented our leaving by boat or plane but created massive breakers in Hiorawick Bay
South Harrier Rough and improved grazings at South Harrier. The hill at extreme left is The Kame, the second highest seacliffs in UK.
South Harrier
Rough and improved grazings at South Harrier. The hill at extreme left is The Kame, the second highest seacliffs in UK.
Da Baas o Stremness Waves were reaching tops of cliffs on this stormy day
Da Baas o Stremness
Waves were reaching tops of cliffs on this stormy day
Cliffs NE coast of Foula Stunted, salt-sprayed clifftop vegetation meets cliffs
Cliffs NE coast of Foula
Stunted, salt-sprayed clifftop vegetation meets cliffs
Da Head o da Taing Taking off northwards from the airstrip, this is the last view of Foula from the plane. The small loch is Rossie's Loch.
Da Head o da Taing
Taking off northwards from the airstrip, this is the last view of Foula from the plane. The small loch is Rossie's Loch.
Active peat cuttings at Lioag, Foula The 24 or so residents of Foula make extensive use of peat for fuel. A hydro scheme producing electricity uses the pressure of water from Ouvrafandal Loch, behind the photographer's position, coming down a pipe to the east, more or less where I sat to photograph
Active peat cuttings at Lioag, Foula
The 24 or so residents of Foula make extensive use of peat for fuel. A hydro scheme producing electricity uses the pressure of water from Ouvrafandal Loch, behind the photographer's position, coming down a pipe to the east, more or less where I sat to photograph
Gaada Stack from Hamnafield, Foula The house on the left is North Harrier and further back towards the coast is Ristie.
Gaada Stack from Hamnafield, Foula
The house on the left is North Harrier and further back towards the coast is Ristie.
Aerial view, Stremness, Harrier
Aerial view, Stremness, Harrier
Gaada Stack, Foula Gaada Stack's three pillars tower over the rugged north coast of the island of Foula, with its stacks, steep-sided geos, and a storm beach called Da Stanes.
Gaada Stack, Foula
Gaada Stack's three pillars tower over the rugged north coast of the island of Foula, with its stacks, steep-sided geos, and a storm beach called Da Stanes.
Hiorawick Coastal View Foula (population: 30) is one of Britain's most remote inhabited islands and leaves a lasting impression on everyone who visits. Foula's natural heritage is exceptionally rich and diverse for such a small area. The name means 'Bird Island' in Old Norse and Foula is designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA) for birds, a National Scenic Area and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its plants, birds and geology.
Hiorawick Coastal View
Foula (population: 30) is one of Britain's most remote inhabited islands and leaves a lasting impression on everyone who visits. Foula's natural heritage is exceptionally rich and diverse for such a small area. The name means 'Bird Island' in Old Norse and Foula is designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA) for birds, a National Scenic Area and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its plants, birds and geology.
Fulmars Attack This is one of a number of Fulmars that decided to attack Tricky Speirs and me as we descended beside Blobers Burn.
Fulmars Attack
This is one of a number of Fulmars that decided to attack Tricky Speirs and me as we descended beside Blobers Burn.
Skiordar Memorial And Seat A modest ridge in the N of the island of Foula in Shetland, Skiordar rises to around 75m (246 feet) 1¼ miles (2 km) north northwest of Ham. Extending out from the steep slopes characteristic of the west of the island, it is crossed by the road which runs to the north of the island. There is a memorial at its summit. A great view today towards Gaada Stack.
Skiordar Memorial And Seat
A modest ridge in the N of the island of Foula in Shetland, Skiordar rises to around 75m (246 feet) 1¼ miles (2 km) north northwest of Ham. Extending out from the steep slopes characteristic of the west of the island, it is crossed by the road which runs to the north of the island. There is a memorial at its summit. A great view today towards Gaada Stack.
Ristie and the Foula stacks from the side of Soberlie Gaada Stack and da Sheepie are the prominent stacks. Ristie is the isolated croft house.
Ristie and the Foula stacks from the side of Soberlie
Gaada Stack and da Sheepie are the prominent stacks. Ristie is the isolated croft house.
Fishing boat off the northern coast of Foula A dramatic coastline for the local fishermen to work. The area is known locally as North Bay.
Fishing boat off the northern coast of Foula
A dramatic coastline for the local fishermen to work. The area is known locally as North Bay.
Northern end of the Foula Road Heading for Da North Toons on a foggy morning.
Northern end of the Foula Road
Heading for Da North Toons on a foggy morning.
Road, South Harrier Hopes were high that the mist would lift, it did not.
Road, South Harrier
Hopes were high that the mist would lift, it did not.
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Da Skerry o Skeld is located at Grid Ref: HT9740 (Lat: 60.152883, Lng: -2.0522723)

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