Seats of Sloga

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Seats of Sloga

Lambhoga Head and Loch of Mails from the air
Lambhoga Head and Loch of Mails from the air Credit: Mike Pennington

Sloga, Shetland is a small island located off the coast of Scotland in the United Kingdom. It is known for being the home to a unique geological feature called the Seats of Sloga. These seats are a series of natural rock formations that resemble stone chairs or thrones.

The Seats of Sloga are situated on the eastern side of the island, overlooking the North Sea. They are made up of large boulders and rocks that have been eroded by wind and water over thousands of years, resulting in their distinct chair-like shapes. The formations are made of sandstone and have a reddish-brown color, adding to their visual appeal.

The Seats of Sloga have become a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors from both the mainland and other nearby islands. Many people come to the island specifically to see these unique rock formations and enjoy the breathtaking views they offer.

In addition to their natural beauty, the Seats of Sloga also hold cultural significance for the local community. They are said to have been used as meeting places or gathering spots in ancient times, making them an important part of the island's history.

Visitors to the Seats of Sloga can explore the area on foot, following designated paths and trails that lead to the formations. The island also offers opportunities for birdwatching, as it is home to various seabird species. Overall, the Seats of Sloga provide a fascinating and picturesque experience for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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Seats of Sloga Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.919328/-1.2752332 or Grid Reference HU4015. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lambhoga Head and Loch of Mails from the air
Lambhoga Head and Loch of Mails from the air
Loch of Mails from the air
Loch of Mails from the air
Coastal path at Bu Taing, Boddam Looking across to Dalsetter.
Coastal path at Bu Taing, Boddam
Looking across to Dalsetter.
Teisti Geo, south of Boddam
Teisti Geo, south of Boddam
Arctic Skua (Stercorarius parastiticus), Dalsetter, Boddam
Arctic Skua (Stercorarius parastiticus), Dalsetter, Boddam
Long-tailed Skua (Stercorarius longicauda), Dalsetter, Boddam Normally a high Arctic breeder, but this bird has been here for a month.
Long-tailed Skua (Stercorarius longicauda), Dalsetter, Boddam
Normally a high Arctic breeder, but this bird has been here for a month.
Small pool at Dalsetter
Small pool at Dalsetter
The Dalsetter Erratic This party of geologists is admiring the large boulder in the centre, which is of such a distinctive rock that it has been possible to pinpoint exactly where it came from before the glaciers of the Ice Age dumped it in Shetland - from Tonsberg, near Larvik in Norway!

For a closer view of the erratic itself see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2619886">HU4016 : Dalsetter erratic</a>.
The Dalsetter Erratic
This party of geologists is admiring the large boulder in the centre, which is of such a distinctive rock that it has been possible to pinpoint exactly where it came from before the glaciers of the Ice Age dumped it in Shetland - from Tonsberg, near Larvik in Norway! For a closer view of the erratic itself see HU4016 : Dalsetter erratic.
Broken Brough Spectacular dune cross-bedding in Devonian desert sandstones.
Broken Brough
Spectacular dune cross-bedding in Devonian desert sandstones.
Broch of Dalsetter Remains of the Broch at Dalsetter
Broch of Dalsetter
Remains of the Broch at Dalsetter
The old croft Old croft buildings at Dalsetter
The old croft
Old croft buildings at Dalsetter
Fogla Taing You can see Sumburgh Head in the distance. The cliffs at Fogla Taing and some of the best sandstone climbing in Shetland.
Fogla Taing
You can see Sumburgh Head in the distance. The cliffs at Fogla Taing and some of the best sandstone climbing in Shetland.
Voe Dunrossness Looking west into Voe, from a fishing mark known as 'Da Kirk on Da Brakes'
Voe Dunrossness
Looking west into Voe, from a fishing mark known as 'Da Kirk on Da Brakes'
Burn at Troswick The ruins of old mills can be seen along the burn. Further down the burn one of the mills has been restored to working order.
Burn at Troswick
The ruins of old mills can be seen along the burn. Further down the burn one of the mills has been restored to working order.
Tirl under the mill at Sout Voe Dunrossness The Tirl which drives the grinding stone. Crofthouse Museum.
Tirl under the mill at Sout Voe Dunrossness
The Tirl which drives the grinding stone. Crofthouse Museum.
Millstone At the mill, Crofthouse Museum, Dunrossness
Millstone
At the mill, Crofthouse Museum, Dunrossness
Mill at Crofthouse Museum Waterway into mill.
Mill at Crofthouse Museum
Waterway into mill.
Interior of mill at Crofthouse Museum
Interior of mill at Crofthouse Museum
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Seats of Sloga is located at Grid Ref: HU4015 (Lat: 59.919328, Lng: -1.2752332)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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