Scruce

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Scruce

Easter Stubbi Geo, Ness of Ramnageo The top of the cliff is in one gridsquare, but the bottom of the cliff is in the next.
Easter Stubbi Geo, Ness of Ramnageo Credit: Mike Pennington

Scruce is a small village located on the Shetland Islands, which are part of Scotland. It is situated on the main island of Shetland, known as Mainland, in the parish of Tingwall. The village is located about 10 miles northwest of Lerwick, the largest settlement in the Shetland Islands.

Scruce is a picturesque village surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. It is known for its rugged coastline, with cliffs and stunning views of the North Sea. The area is rich in wildlife, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can often spot various seabirds, including puffins and gannets, as well as seals and otters along the shoreline.

The village itself is home to a small population, with charming traditional houses and a sense of tranquility. It has a close-knit community, and the residents are known for their warm hospitality. Scruce has a strong connection to its Norse heritage, and visitors can explore the nearby ruins of ancient settlements to learn more about the island's history.

While Scruce may be a small village, it offers a range of amenities for both residents and visitors. There are a few local shops, a post office, and a primary school. Additionally, visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, fishing, and boating in the surrounding area.

Overall, Scruce is a hidden gem in the Shetland Islands, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking natural beauty and a slice of island life.

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Scruce Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.692517/-0.83196391 or Grid Reference HP6301. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Easter Stubbi Geo, Ness of Ramnageo The top of the cliff is in one gridsquare, but the bottom of the cliff is in the next.
Easter Stubbi Geo, Ness of Ramnageo
The top of the cliff is in one gridsquare, but the bottom of the cliff is in the next.
Stubbi Geos, Ramnageo, Muness
Stubbi Geos, Ramnageo, Muness
East Stubbi Geo, Ramnageo, Uyeasound Note the snow hanging on from 10 days ago.
East Stubbi Geo, Ramnageo, Uyeasound
Note the snow hanging on from 10 days ago.
West Stubbi, Ramnageo, Uyeasound
West Stubbi, Ramnageo, Uyeasound
Proto-wave, Easting
Proto-wave, Easting
Common Seal (Phocoena vitulina), Easting
Common Seal (Phocoena vitulina), Easting
Low tide at Easting beach
Low tide at Easting beach
Sunrise on New Year's Day, Easting
Sunrise on New Year's Day, Easting
Sheep in a New Year's Day sunrise
Sheep in a New Year's Day sunrise
Rocks, Ham Ness Not much dry land in this square.
Tumbled rocks and small pools are all that is here.
Rocks, Ham Ness
Not much dry land in this square. Tumbled rocks and small pools are all that is here.
Geo of Luraberg, Ham Ness
Geo of Luraberg, Ham Ness
Former Nornova knitwear shop, Muness
Former Nornova knitwear shop, Muness
Model Puffin at Muness Castle This is one of a series of puffins to be found at various places of visitor interest all around the island.
They were designed as a photo trail for visitors to a music festival.
Model Puffin at Muness Castle
This is one of a series of puffins to be found at various places of visitor interest all around the island. They were designed as a photo trail for visitors to a music festival.
Puffin at the Castle Another picture of Muness Castle, this time showing the model puffin featured in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4744142">HP6201 : Model Puffin at Muness Castle</a>
Puffin at the Castle
Another picture of Muness Castle, this time showing the model puffin featured in HP6201 : Model Puffin at Muness Castle
Rope on the Wall This is outside Muness Castle.
A mixture of new, inhabited houses and old, derelict ones is grouped around the castle.
Rope on the Wall
This is outside Muness Castle. A mixture of new, inhabited houses and old, derelict ones is grouped around the castle.
Ruined House by the Sea
Ruined House by the Sea
Rams at supplementary feeding, Hannigarth, Uyeasound These are Suffolks I believe.
Rams at supplementary feeding, Hannigarth, Uyeasound
These are Suffolks I believe.
Remains of a Building, Ham Ness
Remains of a Building, Ham Ness
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Scruce is located at Grid Ref: HP6301 (Lat: 60.692517, Lng: -0.83196391)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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