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Bight of Heodale

Bay in Shetland

Scotland

Bight of Heodale

Egilsay From the head of Mangaster Voe.
Egilsay Credit: Mike Pennington

The Bight of Heodale is a bay located on the west coast of the Shetland Islands in Scotland. It is known for its stunning natural beauty and rugged coastline, which is characterized by towering cliffs, rocky outcrops, and pristine sandy beaches. The bay is surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The waters of the Bight of Heodale are crystal clear and teeming with marine life, making it a great spot for snorkeling, diving, and fishing. The bay is also a popular destination for birdwatchers, as it is home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, gannets, and guillemots.

The Bight of Heodale is easily accessible by road, with a number of parking areas and walking trails leading down to the shoreline. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks along the coastline, taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Overall, the Bight of Heodale is a tranquil and picturesque bay that offers visitors a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Bight of Heodale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.415144/-1.4259172 or Grid Reference HU3170. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Egilsay From the head of Mangaster Voe.
Egilsay
From the head of Mangaster Voe.
Lochs and a lumpy landscape, near Islesburgh This area is fascinating for the series of small lochs (lochans) some forming a circle. Many are connected one to the next by small burns. The landscape itself is largely devoid of human settlement, and even of sheep. Yet in its barren-ness, it is very beautiful.
Lochs and a lumpy landscape, near Islesburgh
This area is fascinating for the series of small lochs (lochans) some forming a circle. Many are connected one to the next by small burns. The landscape itself is largely devoid of human settlement, and even of sheep. Yet in its barren-ness, it is very beautiful.
Head of Mangaster Voe from Isleburgh
Head of Mangaster Voe from Isleburgh
Mangaster Voe
Mangaster Voe
The lane from Mangaster The A970, heading south for Mavis Grind and Brae, can be seen on the right.
The lane from Mangaster
The A970, heading south for Mavis Grind and Brae, can be seen on the right.
The old road Single track remains of the A970 road
The old road
Single track remains of the A970 road
Mangaster Voe
Mangaster Voe
Pastures and ruins South east of Mangaster. Mangaster Voe in the foreground.
Pastures and ruins
South east of Mangaster. Mangaster Voe in the foreground.
Homestead on promontory Overlooking Mangaster Voe. Too Brekk is hill beyond on the left.
Homestead on promontory
Overlooking Mangaster Voe. Too Brekk is hill beyond on the left.
Burn of Mangaster Heads towards Mangaster Voe through rough grazing. Better pasture on the right..
Burn of Mangaster
Heads towards Mangaster Voe through rough grazing. Better pasture on the right..
Sheep and cattle grazing East of Mangaster. Mangaster Voe on the left.
Sheep and cattle grazing
East of Mangaster. Mangaster Voe on the left.
Loch of Haggrister
Loch of Haggrister
A970 near Mangaster The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A970" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A970">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> SABRE
A970 near Mangaster
The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. LinkExternal link SABRE
Northbound A970 near Mangaster The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A970" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A970">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> SABRE
Northbound A970 near Mangaster
The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. LinkExternal link SABRE
Above Mangaster The tumbled remains of a chambered cairn (marked as 'Homestead' on the map) with the southern tip of Punds Water beyond.
Above Mangaster
The tumbled remains of a chambered cairn (marked as 'Homestead' on the map) with the southern tip of Punds Water beyond.
Outer Scarvie
Outer Scarvie
Black Shun of Heodale Small lochan, view SE to Heodale.
Black Shun of Heodale
Small lochan, view SE to Heodale.
Brei Water Brei Water, view from Fellsa Moors.
Brei Water
Brei Water, view from Fellsa Moors.
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Bight of Heodale is located at Grid Ref: HU3170 (Lat: 60.415144, Lng: -1.4259172)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///respected.smallest.local. Near Brae, Shetland Islands

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Heodale Head Bight of Heodale Heo Dale North Sound

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