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Burrier Stack

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Burrier Stack

Black Head A small piece of coastline, most of which is only exposed at low tide.
Black Head Credit: Tim Harrison

Burrier Stack is a small, uninhabited island located in the Shetland archipelago, off the north coast of mainland Scotland. It is situated in Yell Sound, between the islands of Yell and Unst. The island is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its unique geological features and diverse birdlife.

At just 0.3 hectares in size, Burrier Stack is a rocky outcrop rising from the sea, reaching a maximum height of approximately 50 meters. Its rugged cliffs provide nesting sites for a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and kittiwakes. The island is particularly known for its puffin colony, which attracts birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts from all over.

Access to Burrier Stack is challenging, as there are no regular boat services to the island. However, it can be observed from nearby Yell or Unst, offering stunning views of the seabirds in flight and the surrounding coastal landscape. The surrounding waters are also rich in marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and diving.

Due to its protected status, visitors are not permitted to land on Burrier Stack without prior permission from the relevant authorities. This is to ensure the preservation of its fragile ecosystem and the undisturbed breeding grounds of its bird population.

Burrier Stack serves as a prime example of the unique natural beauty and biodiversity found within the Shetland Islands. Its dramatic cliffs, abundant birdlife, and surrounding marine environment make it a must-see destination for nature lovers and birdwatchers alike.

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Burrier Stack Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.247521/-1.6990407 or Grid Reference HU1651. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Black Head A small piece of coastline, most of which is only exposed at low tide.
Black Head
A small piece of coastline, most of which is only exposed at low tide.
Dale of Walls: Loch of Goster and view of Foula The island of Foula is faintly visible on the horizon as we look out to sea over the Loch of Goster.
Dale of Walls: Loch of Goster and view of Foula
The island of Foula is faintly visible on the horizon as we look out to sea over the Loch of Goster.
Dale of Walls: telephone box and cottage This very isolated telephone box cannot surely see much use - well, attempted use, I should say: I lifted the handset and could get no tone whatsoever!
Dale of Walls: telephone box and cottage
This very isolated telephone box cannot surely see much use - well, attempted use, I should say: I lifted the handset and could get no tone whatsoever!
Horses at Dale
Horses at Dale
Cley Stacks, Shetland Islands Cley Stacks across Coppa Wick, Shetland Islands
Cley Stacks, Shetland Islands
Cley Stacks across Coppa Wick, Shetland Islands
Netherdale, Shetland Islands Netherdale crofts in the Dale of Walls, Shetland Islands
Netherdale, Shetland Islands
Netherdale crofts in the Dale of Walls, Shetland Islands
Beach at Voe of Dale, Dale of Walls
Beach at Voe of Dale, Dale of Walls
Gate to a view of the Burn of Dale It's easy to post photos of Shetland only when it is sunny - so here is one showing a more realistic view!
Gate to a view of the Burn of Dale
It's easy to post photos of Shetland only when it is sunny - so here is one showing a more realistic view!
Cattle grid,and Netherdale beyond
Cattle grid,and Netherdale beyond
Remains of an enclosure at Swinland, Dale of Walls
Remains of an enclosure at Swinland, Dale of Walls
Looking across rough pasture to the Loch of Goster and cliff edges beyond
Looking across rough pasture to the Loch of Goster and cliff edges beyond
Beach at the head of the Voe of Dale
Beach at the head of the Voe of Dale
Voe of Dale
Voe of Dale
Scord of Simlifield Peat bog and black sheep.
Scord of Simlifield
Peat bog and black sheep.
Track up to Simli Field For access to the peat cuttings.
Track up to Simli Field
For access to the peat cuttings.
Netherdale Farm Just inland from the Voe of Dale. A day of very low cloud.
Netherdale Farm
Just inland from the Voe of Dale. A day of very low cloud.
Ruined cottage at Dale
Ruined cottage at Dale
Scord of Simlifield A road pass, West Walls.
Scord of Simlifield
A road pass, West Walls.
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Burrier Stack is located at Grid Ref: HU1651 (Lat: 60.247521, Lng: -1.6990407)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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