Skerry of Sannions

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Skerry of Sannions

Waiting for the boats It might just be serendipitous but the tall, rough rock beats many pieces of sculpture. Given her position by the pier north of Collafirth and looking out to sea, &quot;Waiting for the boats&quot; would seem an appropriate title for this fishwife. — Waiting for the boats Credit: AlastairG

Located in the Shetland Islands of Scotland, Skerry of Sannions is a small uninhabited island situated off the east coast of the Mainland, the largest island in the Shetland archipelago. Covering an area of approximately 1.7 hectares, the island is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs rising from the surrounding North Sea.

Skerry of Sannions is known for its rich biodiversity and is an important site for seabird colonies. The island is home to various species, including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and fulmars, which nest on the cliffs and use the surrounding waters for feeding. During the breeding season, the island becomes a bustling hub of activity, with the air filled with the sounds of bird calls and the ocean teeming with life.

Access to Skerry of Sannions is limited due to its remote location and absence of human habitation. However, the island is occasionally visited by birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts who are drawn to the unique and untouched nature of the area.

The Skerry of Sannions, like many of the islands in the Shetland archipelago, is rich in cultural history. It is believed that the island may have been used by prehistoric communities for various purposes, although no significant archaeological remains have been discovered to date.

Overall, Skerry of Sannions offers a glimpse into the untamed beauty of the Shetland Islands, providing a sanctuary for diverse seabird species and serving as a testament to the natural wonders of this remote corner of Scotland.

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Skerry of Sannions Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.537175/-1.3194409 or Grid Reference HU3783. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Waiting for the boats

It might just be serendipitous but the tall, rough rock beats many pieces of sculpture. Given her position by the pier north of Collafirth and looking out to sea, "Waiting for the boats" would seem an appropriate title for this fishwife.

AlastairG

MV Altaire at Collafirth pier, from Queyfirth

Mike Pennington

MV Altaire in Voe of the Brig

She seems to be manoeuvring, perhaps to prepare for her next departure?

David Purchase

Loch of Housetter

The road on the right is, believe it or not, the main A970 on Shetland Mainland. To be fair, this far north it is not exactly busy.

David Purchase

Housetter and Colla Firth

David Purchase

Collafirth Pier

Collafirth Pier redevelopment of a new jetty and out buildings. The area includes parking for caravans, and provides some basic facilities like a washing machine, electric shower and toilets.

Mat Tuck

Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt

Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt, described as NEW OSBM BOLT LIVING ROCK 10.8M SE SIDE RD 17.7M SE C CUL (37.306m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1970).

Mat Tuck

View of the A970 from the OS bolt

View north of the A970 from the Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt.

Mat Tuck

MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier

The Altaire is the only one of Shetland's pelagic fleet which is not based in Whalsay.

Gordon Brown

Colla Firth

Looking across Colla Firth, which is just under 1km across so both sides are in the square, to Ness of Queyfirth.

Andrew Spenceley

Giant's Grave, Beorgs of Housetter

Two large standing stones together with a third recumbent orthostat may be the remains of a facade for a small prehistoric cairn. Link

Sandy Gerrard

MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier

Sandy Gerrard

Collafirth Pier, Shetland

A small but sheltered pier with only a few berths for pleasure craft but also the 'home' pier for Shetland's largest pelagic supertrawler LK429 Altaire. The Altaire only berths here when tied up between fishing 'seasons'. Her main catch is of herring, mackerel and blue whiting.

John Dally

Housetter Road End

The unclassified road leads from the A970 to the crofting community of Housetter.

Anne Burgess

Ness of Housetter

A damp ewe and lamb on the headland above Colla Firth

Anne Burgess

Sheep at Colla Firth

A flock of inquisitive sheep in a pen above Collafirth Pier.

Anne Burgess

Loch of Housetter

The Loch of Housetter is a small freshwater loch. It looks close to the sea in Colla Firth, but in fact it lies half a mile inland, and there is another small loch below it, out of sight from here. The houses on the right are at Housetter and those on the left are at Hill of Skea.

Anne Burgess