Doos' Cove

Bay in Shetland

Scotland

Doos' Cove

Male Killer Whale (Orcinus orca) in the north mouth of Lerwick harbour Credit: Mike Pennington

Doos' Cove, also known as Doos Bay, is a picturesque natural feature located on the west coast of Shetland, Scotland. Situated in the parish of Sandness, the bay is nestled between the settlements of Westerwick and Sandness, approximately 31 miles northwest of the main town of Lerwick.

Doos' Cove is renowned for its stunning beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The bay is surrounded by rugged cliffs and rolling hills, providing a dramatic backdrop to the crystal-clear waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. The area is rich in wildlife, with numerous seabirds, seals, and occasionally dolphins being spotted in the bay.

The beach at Doos' Cove is a hidden gem, characterized by its pristine golden sand and pebbles. It is a great spot for leisurely walks, beachcombing, and picnics. The bay also offers excellent opportunities for fishing and boating, attracting anglers and water sports enthusiasts alike.

Visitors to Doos' Cove can enjoy breathtaking views from the cliff-top walks that overlook the bay. The coastal path provides access to the nearby Sandness Hill, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside and the distant Atlantic Ocean.

While Doos' Cove is a secluded destination, the nearby village of Sandness offers limited amenities, including a small shop and a cozy pub. Visitors seeking accommodation can find self-catering cottages and bed and breakfast options in the surrounding area.

In summary, Doos' Cove is a hidden gem on the west coast of Shetland, offering stunning natural beauty, a peaceful ambiance, and a range of outdoor activities for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

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Doos' Cove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.194463/-1.171178 or Grid Reference HU4645. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Male Killer Whale (Orcinus orca) in the north mouth of Lerwick harbour

Mike Pennington

Orca watcher on Scottle Holm, Lerwick

With reclamation for the port of Lerwick, Scottle Holm isn't a holm anymore.

Mike Pennington

Loch of Kebister

Loch of Kebister with raven overhead and the Luggie's Knowe wind turbine to the north.

David Nicolson

Breiwick, Tingwall, from the air

Mike Pennington

Fora Ness and Foraness Voe from the air

Mike Pennington

Kebister Ness from the air

Mike Pennington

Head of Foraness Voe

The beach appears to be virtually inaccessible down the cliffs.

Oliver Dixon

Road end, Dales Voe

Industrial buildings at the end of a large no through road.

Richard Webb

Luggie's Knowe

A shapely small hill near the mouth of Dale's Voe.

Richard Webb

Industrial site, Green Head

Reclaimed land at the North Mouth of Lerwick Harbour.

Richard Webb

Rockwater 1 and Lerwick Harbour

The northern part of Lerwick Harbour, Rockwater 1 is a diving support vessel.

Richard Webb

Vehicle track from Luggies Knowe

A rough track made by vehicles strikes across the moor from Luggies Knowe, now the site of a large wind turbine. The ultimate destination of the track was hard to decipher as on first acquaintance it seemed to peter out. It does not appear on OS Mapping.

Julian Paren

Peat and bog on Hill of Gremista

Soft going with some blanket bog and heather. The turbine on Luggie's Knowe visible ahead.

Julian Paren

Loch of Kebister

A quiet secluded loch under the Hill of Gremista.

Julian Paren

Moorland by the Burn of Kebister

Heather, grasses and bog dominate the terrain.

Julian Paren

Oil rig being dismantled at Dales Voe, Lerwick

The base at Dales Voe was built in anticipation of contracts to build and maintain rigs. Ironically, the first contract for the base was to dismantle a decommissioned rig.

Mike Pennington

Shetland's garbage inferno

Being handily placed next to the quayside, Lerwick's Waste incinerator burns refuse not only from Shetland, but also Orkney and offshore, providing district heating to many of Lerwick's public and residential buildings. Well it saves on all that oil which will run out eventually, as well as minimising pressure on the landfill site just across the road. The orange and yellow ship tied up alongside proclaims itself to be powered by LPG, so despite the industrial ugliness this is really a scene of environmental improvement.

Andy Waddington

Shetland's biggest Wind Turbine

With a tip height of 121m, the Enercon E-82 E4 is 11m lower than the 3.6 MW turbine on which planning permission was based. Seen from half a mile away, it dominates the skyline of Luggie's Knowe on the northern slopes of Hill of Gremista, but being at 60m above sea level, almost half its height is hidden in views from Lerwick itself. It is designed to continue to produce power in up to force 10 wind - beyond that at which most wind farms give up and run away, but quite important in a location like this. Judging by the performance of the operator's existing turbines, three miles away (the world's most productive onshore wind farm for its size) , it can be expected to have one of the highest load factors in the world, averaging almost 50% of its potential output in November 2017, for example and generating an income of the order of half a million pounds per year. With a capacity of 2.97 MW, it will be making a substantial contribution to the planned 600 MW renewable power export to mainland Scotland via the 1200 MW Caithness-Moray transmission link. Shetland itself is also seeing the benefit, as Luggie's Knowe forms part of the 8.5 MW capacity managed network, whose 1 MW battery at Lerwick Power Station has seen a reduction of 10-15% in diesel consumption at that station. Shetland's power consumption is now about one third renewable energy. Quite impressive for islands whose economy has been so dependent on oil production !

Andy Waddington

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Doos' Cove is located at Grid Ref: HU4645 (Lat: 60.194463, Lng: -1.171178)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands