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Hevda

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Hevda

Ness of Hillwick Taken from the B9078 between Burnside and Eshaness, Shetland, I am looking across Sand Wick to the Ness of Hillswick. The Isle of Westerhouse is visible just off the Pund of Grevasand to the west of the Ness.
Ness of Hillwick Credit: Carroll Pierce

Hevda is a small island located in the Shetland archipelago, situated in the North Atlantic Ocean. It is part of Scotland and lies approximately 250 miles north of the Scottish mainland. With a land area of around 6 square miles, Hevda is one of the smaller islands in the Shetland group.

The island's landscape is characterized by rolling hills, rugged cliffs, and stunning coastal scenery. Its shores are adorned with beautiful sandy beaches and rocky coves, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and fishing.

Hevda has a small population of around 50 residents, who primarily engage in traditional industries such as fishing and agriculture. The island has a strong sense of community, and its residents are known for their friendliness and hospitality.

One of the main landmarks on Hevda is the 16th-century St. Ninian's Church, which stands as a testament to the island's rich history. The church is a popular tourist attraction, with its impressive architecture and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Despite its small size, Hevda offers a range of amenities and services to both residents and visitors. These include a local shop, a post office, and a primary school. However, for more comprehensive facilities, residents often need to travel to neighboring islands or the mainland.

Overall, Hevda is a picturesque island with a tight-knit community, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a tranquil getaway in the stunning natural beauty of the Shetland archipelago.

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Hevda Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.455064/-1.5043983 or Grid Reference HU2774. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ness of Hillwick Taken from the B9078 between Burnside and Eshaness, Shetland, I am looking across Sand Wick to the Ness of Hillswick. The Isle of Westerhouse is visible just off the Pund of Grevasand to the west of the Ness.
Ness of Hillwick
Taken from the B9078 between Burnside and Eshaness, Shetland, I am looking across Sand Wick to the Ness of Hillswick. The Isle of Westerhouse is visible just off the Pund of Grevasand to the west of the Ness.
The Drongs Taken from the Heads of Grocken.
The Drongs
Taken from the Heads of Grocken.
The Quilse
The Quilse
Gordi Stack This is the stack seen edge on. From other directions it looks much wider. In the distance to the right are the Drongs - another dramatic rock formation. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/550985">HU2675 : The Drongs</a> for an telephoto view.
Gordi Stack
This is the stack seen edge on. From other directions it looks much wider. In the distance to the right are the Drongs - another dramatic rock formation. See HU2675 : The Drongs for an telephoto view.
The Drongs This is an amazing rock formation, as seen from Gordi Stack.
The Drongs
This is an amazing rock formation, as seen from Gordi Stack.
Cliffs and stack The view south from this point is spectacular. (The stack and the point to the right lie in this grid square, while the cliff to the left is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU2775">HU2775</a>).
Cliffs and stack
The view south from this point is spectacular. (The stack and the point to the right lie in this grid square, while the cliff to the left is in HU2775).
Sheep near Baa Taing Looking down the sheep pasture towards the lighthouse.
Sheep near Baa Taing
Looking down the sheep pasture towards the lighthouse.
Baa Taing light A rope handrail provides safe access to the light in bad weather. The headland is wide and flat, so the conditions that might require the safety rail defy imagination.
Baa Taing light
A rope handrail provides safe access to the light in bad weather. The headland is wide and flat, so the conditions that might require the safety rail defy imagination.
Lochan and cliffs Looking across the lochan at the south end of Hillswick Ness, backed by the cliffs above Queen Geos.
Lochan and cliffs
Looking across the lochan at the south end of Hillswick Ness, backed by the cliffs above Queen Geos.
Opposite a red cliff Looking across the short turf of this promontory at a red cliff across the bay.
Opposite a red cliff
Looking across the short turf of this promontory at a red cliff across the bay.
Neolithic house The outline of this ancient building is easier to see on the ground than it appears in this photo.
Neolithic house
The outline of this ancient building is easier to see on the ground than it appears in this photo.
Cairn These are the remains of a prehistoric burial mound.
Cairn
These are the remains of a prehistoric burial mound.
Remains of township There was a crofting township here. This is the remains of a pond, and beyond are the outlines of buildings.
Remains of township
There was a crofting township here. This is the remains of a pond, and beyond are the outlines of buildings.
Ness of Hillswick, SW coastal cliffs SW cliffs of Ness of Hillswick on right, Isle of Niddister in centre. The Drongs <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU2675">HU2675</a> rock stacks beyond, with the South edge of Esha Ness on the horizon to their left.
Ness of Hillswick, SW coastal cliffs
SW cliffs of Ness of Hillswick on right, Isle of Niddister in centre. The Drongs HU2675 rock stacks beyond, with the South edge of Esha Ness on the horizon to their left.
Stumpy Drong, The Drongs This is the smallest of the Drong Sea Stacks. The others are in the next grid square. It is around 15m high and was climbed in 1992 at Severe.
Stumpy Drong, The Drongs
This is the smallest of the Drong Sea Stacks. The others are in the next grid square. It is around 15m high and was climbed in 1992 at Severe.
The Drongs from Braewick Muckle Roe in the distance.
The Drongs from Braewick
Muckle Roe in the distance.
Natural Arch on east coast of Ness of Hillswick A natural arch which probably hasn't that long (in geological terms) before it becomes an isolated stack. It provided us with a little entertainment later in the week when the weather had calmed down enough to paddle round Ness of Hillswick in sea kayaks. Although the water looks flat here, this is simply because Ura Firth is quite sheltered and the wind blowing away from the photographer. The southern and western sides of the Ness were getting a big swell on the day this view was seen, and it was still too windy to venture out in small boats.
Natural Arch on east coast of Ness of Hillswick
A natural arch which probably hasn't that long (in geological terms) before it becomes an isolated stack. It provided us with a little entertainment later in the week when the weather had calmed down enough to paddle round Ness of Hillswick in sea kayaks. Although the water looks flat here, this is simply because Ura Firth is quite sheltered and the wind blowing away from the photographer. The southern and western sides of the Ness were getting a big swell on the day this view was seen, and it was still too windy to venture out in small boats.
Stack of Niddister The Stack of Niddister (seen here from a peninsula which juts out southeast into Ura Firth from the Ness of Hillswick) is not really what most people would think of as a sea stack - its sides are not vertical and it is vegetated. Not enough grass to graze a sheep on, though, so it qualifies as a skerry rather than an island. The Ness is composed of a series of highly metamorphosed rocks, almost vertically bedded, forming a group of peninsulas all pointing southeast and somewhat broken into skerries with a few natural arches and sea caves - a great place to play in sea kayaks when the weather allows. On this particular day it was very windy, and the southern and western parts of the Ness were exposed to a substantial swell - hence why we were walking rather than paddling !
Stack of Niddister
The Stack of Niddister (seen here from a peninsula which juts out southeast into Ura Firth from the Ness of Hillswick) is not really what most people would think of as a sea stack - its sides are not vertical and it is vegetated. Not enough grass to graze a sheep on, though, so it qualifies as a skerry rather than an island. The Ness is composed of a series of highly metamorphosed rocks, almost vertically bedded, forming a group of peninsulas all pointing southeast and somewhat broken into skerries with a few natural arches and sea caves - a great place to play in sea kayaks when the weather allows. On this particular day it was very windy, and the southern and western parts of the Ness were exposed to a substantial swell - hence why we were walking rather than paddling !
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Hevda is located at Grid Ref: HU2774 (Lat: 60.455064, Lng: -1.5043983)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///cobbled.surcharge.vote. Near Brae, Shetland Islands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 60.455064,-1.5043983
Man Made: lighthouse
Seamark Light 1 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 1 Colour: white
Seamark Light 1 Group: 4
Seamark Light 1 Height: 34
Seamark Light 1 Period: 15
Seamark Light 1 Range: 9
Seamark Light 1 Sector End: 93
Seamark Light 1 Sector Start: 217
Seamark Light 1 Sequence: 1+(2),1+(2),1+(2),1+(5)
Seamark Light 2 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 2 Colour: red
Seamark Light 2 Group: 4
Seamark Light 2 Height: 34
Seamark Light 2 Period: 15
Seamark Light 2 Range: 6
Seamark Light 2 Sector End: 114
Seamark Light 2 Sector Start: 93
Seamark Light 2 Sequence: 1+(2),1+(2),1+(2),1+(5)
Seamark Light Reference: A 3840
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 60.4535/-1.4964667
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