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Bigton Wick

Bay in Shetland

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Bigton Wick

Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air Credit: Mike Pennington

Bigton Wick is a picturesque bay located on the southern coast of the Shetland Islands in Scotland. It is situated in the parish of Dunrossness, approximately 25 miles south of the capital town of Lerwick. The bay is nestled between the rugged cliffs and offers breathtaking views of the North Sea.

Known for its natural beauty and tranquility, Bigton Wick attracts both locals and tourists alike. The bay is characterized by its sandy beach, which stretches for over half a mile during low tide. The beach is ideal for leisurely walks, picnics, and sunbathing, with its soft sand and calm waters providing a peaceful haven.

The surrounding cliffs provide a dramatic backdrop to the bay's idyllic setting. These towering cliffs are home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and fulmars, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural wonders, Bigton Wick also offers various recreational activities. The bay is a haven for water sports enthusiasts, with opportunities for kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing. Fishing is also popular in the area, with anglers often casting their lines from the shore or venturing out on boats.

The nearby village of Bigton provides amenities for visitors, including accommodation options, a café, and a small shop. For those seeking to explore the wider area, the bay is conveniently located near several attractions, such as the Sumburgh Head Lighthouse and the Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement.

Overall, Bigton Wick is a hidden gem of natural beauty in the Shetland Islands, offering a peaceful retreat and a range of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy.

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Bigton Wick Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.972667/-1.3352974 or Grid Reference HU3721. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Hich Holm, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Hich Holm, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
St Ninian's Ayre from the air
St Ninian's Ayre from the air
St Ninian's Ayre
St Ninian's Ayre
St Ninian's Ayre
St Ninian's Ayre
Inlet on the south-west corner of St Ninian's Isle Channel separating Sweyn Holm (to the left) from St Ninian's Isle.
Inlet on the south-west corner of St Ninian's Isle
Channel separating Sweyn Holm (to the left) from St Ninian's Isle.
Track on St Ninian's Isle Leading down to the tombolo which ties the island to the mainland.
Track on St Ninian's Isle
Leading down to the tombolo which ties the island to the mainland.
Ruins of St Ninian's Chapel In the middle distance, the tombolo which ties St Ninian's Isle to the mainland.
Ruins of St Ninian's Chapel
In the middle distance, the tombolo which ties St Ninian's Isle to the mainland.
Inlet on the west coast of St Ninian's Isle Out to sea is the island of Hich Holm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU3521">HU3521</a> and to the right, Fora Stack.
Inlet on the west coast of St Ninian's Isle
Out to sea is the island of Hich Holm HU3521 and to the right, Fora Stack.
Rocky shore at Bigton
Rocky shore at Bigton
Tombolo linking Mainland to St Ninian's Isle A textbook example of a tombolo. Bigton Wick to the right, St Ninian's Bay to the left.
Tombolo linking Mainland to St Ninian's Isle
A textbook example of a tombolo. Bigton Wick to the right, St Ninian's Bay to the left.
Bigton Wick Looking across the bay to St Ninian's Isle.
Bigton Wick
Looking across the bay to St Ninian's Isle.
View from Bigton Looking over the tombolo towards St Ninian's Bay and the southern end of St Ninian's Isle.
View from Bigton
Looking over the tombolo towards St Ninian's Bay and the southern end of St Ninian's Isle.
View north from Bigton Ireland Wick and the hamlet of Ireland on the far hillside.
View north from Bigton
Ireland Wick and the hamlet of Ireland on the far hillside.
Tombolo at St Ninian's Isle Taken on St Ninian's beach at Bigton, Shetland, I am looking along the tombolo linking the mainland to St Ninian's Isle, site of the remains of St Ninian's Chapel.
Tombolo at St Ninian's Isle
Taken on St Ninian's beach at Bigton, Shetland, I am looking along the tombolo linking the mainland to St Ninian's Isle, site of the remains of St Ninian's Chapel.
St Ninian's Bay I am standing at the mainland end of the tombolo leading to St Ninian's Isle and looking south down St Ninian's Bay towards Inns Holm with Colsay off to the right. Northern Ness, Fora Ness and Noss Hill can be gilmpsed in the clouded distance.
St Ninian's Bay
I am standing at the mainland end of the tombolo leading to St Ninian's Isle and looking south down St Ninian's Bay towards Inns Holm with Colsay off to the right. Northern Ness, Fora Ness and Noss Hill can be gilmpsed in the clouded distance.
St Ninian's Isle I am just above the beach at Bigton Wick and looking across to the north end of St Ninian's Isle where the ruins of St Ninian's Chapel are to be found. The cliffs of Scarfi Taing are discernible to the right.
St Ninian's Isle
I am just above the beach at Bigton Wick and looking across to the north end of St Ninian's Isle where the ruins of St Ninian's Chapel are to be found. The cliffs of Scarfi Taing are discernible to the right.
Ireland Wick to Griskerry I am on St Ninian's beach, Bigton, Shetland, and looking north west along the coast past the Wick of Ireland (and the settlement of Ireland behind it) towards Griskerry, the summit of which can be glimpsed on the horizon (centre of shot).
Ireland Wick to Griskerry
I am on St Ninian's beach, Bigton, Shetland, and looking north west along the coast past the Wick of Ireland (and the settlement of Ireland behind it) towards Griskerry, the summit of which can be glimpsed on the horizon (centre of shot).
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Bigton Wick is located at Grid Ref: HU3721 (Lat: 59.972667, Lng: -1.3352974)

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