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The Roodrans

Island in Shetland

Scotland

The Roodrans

Fish farm beside Hill of Burriesness, Ronas Voe Taken from Heylor.
Fish farm beside Hill of Burriesness, Ronas Voe Credit: Mike Pennington

The Roodrans is a small coastal village located on the Shetland Islands, an archipelago situated off the northeastern coast of Scotland. With a population of approximately 100 residents, it is one of the quieter and more remote settlements on the islands.

The village is nestled between picturesque cliffs and the North Sea, offering stunning views of the surrounding rugged landscape. The Roodrans is known for its natural beauty, with rocky shores, sandy beaches, and rolling hills that attract both locals and tourists alike.

In terms of amenities, The Roodrans features a small community center that serves as a hub for social activities and gatherings. There is also a primary school serving the local children, ensuring a close-knit community atmosphere. However, due to its remote location, residents often rely on nearby towns for additional services and facilities.

The area around The Roodrans is rich in wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Seabird colonies, including puffins and gannets, can be observed along the cliffs, while seals and otters are often spotted in the waters. The village is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with a variety of species making their home in the surrounding wetlands and heathlands.

For those seeking outdoor activities, The Roodrans offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, and kayaking. The rugged coastline and nearby islets provide excellent locations for exploring and experiencing the natural wonders of the Shetland Islands.

Overall, The Roodrans provides a tranquil and scenic escape from the bustling mainland, offering a glimpse into the beauty and charm of Shetland's remote coastal communities.

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The Roodrans Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.546241/-1.4972995 or Grid Reference HU2784. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fish farm beside Hill of Burriesness, Ronas Voe Taken from Heylor.
Fish farm beside Hill of Burriesness, Ronas Voe
Taken from Heylor.
Turls Head and Gruna Stack Picture taken from the 250 metre cliff top at Stonga Banks looking NNW.
Turls Head and Gruna Stack
Picture taken from the 250 metre cliff top at Stonga Banks looking NNW.
On Stonga Banks, view to Turls Head and Gruna Stack If the weather is fine, it is well worth the walk from Collafirth Hill via Ronas Hill to Stonga Banks to be rewarded by this spectacular view eight hundred feet above the sea.
On Stonga Banks, view to Turls Head and Gruna Stack
If the weather is fine, it is well worth the walk from Collafirth Hill via Ronas Hill to Stonga Banks to be rewarded by this spectacular view eight hundred feet above the sea.
Lang Ayre Walking on this beach was the ambition of a lifetime. Such a beautiful, remote spot.
Lang Ayre
Walking on this beach was the ambition of a lifetime. Such a beautiful, remote spot.
Ketligill Head The western end of Lang Ayre, with the crumbling red granite cliffs of Ketligill Head rising from the beach.
Ketligill Head
The western end of Lang Ayre, with the crumbling red granite cliffs of Ketligill Head rising from the beach.
The Cleiver, Ketligill Head
The Cleiver, Ketligill Head
Fishing boat and Burries Ness The boat had been working the nearby fish farms in Ronas Voe, and was returning to port.
Fishing boat and Burries Ness
The boat had been working the nearby fish farms in Ronas Voe, and was returning to port.
The Roodrans from Whal Horn Red granite forms the coastline in this part of Shetland, and the colour adds a special touch to spectacular cliff scenery.
The Roodrans from Whal Horn
Red granite forms the coastline in this part of Shetland, and the colour adds a special touch to spectacular cliff scenery.
Whal Horn Presumably this narrow red granite peninsula gets its name from similarity to the shape of a Narwhal horn.
Whal Horn
Presumably this narrow red granite peninsula gets its name from similarity to the shape of a Narwhal horn.
The Roodrans from Ketligill Head The path in view snakes down the cliffs and eventually leads to Lang Ayre (HU2885). The lower part of the path has eroded badly, and makes the descent quite hair-raising.
The Roodrans from Ketligill Head
The path in view snakes down the cliffs and eventually leads to Lang Ayre (HU2885). The lower part of the path has eroded badly, and makes the descent quite hair-raising.
The Kirk, Ronas Voe
The Kirk, Ronas Voe
Slocka, Ronas Voe This beautiful beach has no name on the 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey map, and is only accessible by boat.
Slocka, Ronas Voe
This beautiful beach has no name on the 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey map, and is only accessible by boat.
Ketligill Head The crumbling red granite cliffs fall away over 130 metres to Lang Ayre, below.
Ketligill Head
The crumbling red granite cliffs fall away over 130 metres to Lang Ayre, below.
Burn of Monius from Ketligill Head
Burn of Monius from Ketligill Head
Ketligill Head from Burn of Monius
Ketligill Head from Burn of Monius
Stone shelter, SW flank of Ronas Hill This is the only interesting feature in an otherwise dull and stony moorland (see HU2983 geograph, for example).
Stone shelter, SW flank of Ronas Hill
This is the only interesting feature in an otherwise dull and stony moorland (see HU2983 geograph, for example).
Natural Arch, Turls Head Grey seals and fulmars are plentiful here.
Natural Arch, Turls Head
Grey seals and fulmars are plentiful here.
Looking down the N ridge of Ronas Hill
Looking down the N ridge of Ronas Hill
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The Roodrans is located at Grid Ref: HU2784 (Lat: 60.546241, Lng: -1.4972995)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

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