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Dammins

Bay in Shetland

Scotland

Dammins

Aith Ness The cliffs below Gillis Field and the Head of Lambhoga are visible in the distance.
Aith Ness Credit: Ken Craig

Dammins, Shetland (Bay), is a picturesque inlet located on the west coast of Shetland, Scotland. Nestled between the villages of Walls and Sandness, this bay offers breathtaking views of the surrounding rugged landscape and the North Atlantic Ocean.

The bay is characterized by its pristine sandy beach, which stretches for approximately 200 meters along the shoreline. The sand is fine and golden, inviting visitors to take leisurely walks or simply relax and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere. The crystal-clear waters of the bay are ideal for swimming, kayaking, and other water activities during the summer months, although caution is advised due to the strong currents that can occur.

Surrounded by verdant hills and cliffs, Dammins Bay provides a stunning backdrop for photographers and nature enthusiasts. The bay is home to a diverse range of seabirds, including gannets, puffins, and guillemots, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. The area is also rich in marine life, with seals often spotted lounging on the rocks or swimming in the bay.

Facilities at Dammins Bay are limited, with no designated parking area or public amenities available. However, nearby villages offer a variety of accommodations, including guesthouses and self-catering cottages, for visitors seeking to explore the area.

Overall, Dammins Bay is a hidden gem in Shetland, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and tranquility of this remote corner of Scotland.

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Dammins Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.590676/-0.87587904 or Grid Reference HU6190. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Aith Ness The cliffs below Gillis Field and the Head of Lambhoga are visible in the distance.
Aith Ness
The cliffs below Gillis Field and the Head of Lambhoga are visible in the distance.
Big Holm and the cliffs below Gillis Field On the east side of the Lambhoga peninsula, from the Wick of Tresta.
Big Holm and the cliffs below Gillis Field
On the east side of the Lambhoga peninsula, from the Wick of Tresta.
Aith Ness from Wick of Tresta
Aith Ness from Wick of Tresta
Outer Dale, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Outer Dale, Lambhoga, Fetlar
North of Hoganeap, Lambhoga, Fetlar
North of Hoganeap, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Three Geos, Hoganeap, Fetlar Although this area seems to be named Three Stacks on the OS 1:10000 map, I am informed by Andrew Leaper of Fetlar that the area in the photo is named Three Geos and that Three Stacks is further north along the coast.
Three Geos, Hoganeap, Fetlar
Although this area seems to be named Three Stacks on the OS 1:10000 map, I am informed by Andrew Leaper of Fetlar that the area in the photo is named Three Geos and that Three Stacks is further north along the coast.
South Geo of Heoganeap, Fetlar
South Geo of Heoganeap, Fetlar
Looking north from path up to Lamb Hoga There is a very good track from the car park beside Fetlar Kirk up onto Lamb Hoga with views to Out Skerries, Bressay and across the whole of Fetlar. I had assumed that Lamb Hoga would be pronounced as written but oh no, it's pronounced as a single word "Lahmuga" with the stress on the first sylable "Lahm".
Looking north from path up to Lamb Hoga
There is a very good track from the car park beside Fetlar Kirk up onto Lamb Hoga with views to Out Skerries, Bressay and across the whole of Fetlar. I had assumed that Lamb Hoga would be pronounced as written but oh no, it's pronounced as a single word "Lahmuga" with the stress on the first sylable "Lahm".
Fields on Aith Ness
Fields on Aith Ness
The Peat Road The bogs of Lamb Hoga provided Fetlar with high quality fuel. Every year, islanders would move to the peninsula to cast and dry peats. The fuel was then taken off via this road or by boat across to Aith for the eastern side of the island. The beach at Tresta is in the background along with Vord Hill.
The Peat Road
The bogs of Lamb Hoga provided Fetlar with high quality fuel. Every year, islanders would move to the peninsula to cast and dry peats. The fuel was then taken off via this road or by boat across to Aith for the eastern side of the island. The beach at Tresta is in the background along with Vord Hill.
Peat Road, Lamb Hoga The route which was used to carry winter fuel off the bogs of Lamb Hoga up to the 1950s.
Peat Road, Lamb Hoga
The route which was used to carry winter fuel off the bogs of Lamb Hoga up to the 1950s.
Bog, Lamb Hoga The west side of Gillis Field which was the source of Fetlar's peat. The moorland is now home to many bonxies and they were pretty mean today.
Bog, Lamb Hoga
The west side of Gillis Field which was the source of Fetlar's peat. The moorland is now home to many bonxies and they were pretty mean today.
The Dale A shallow reentrant on the boggy Lamb Hoga plateau. There is a view over the Wick of Tresta towards Aithbank where peats cut here were once landed.
The Dale
A shallow reentrant on the boggy Lamb Hoga plateau. There is a view over the Wick of Tresta towards Aithbank where peats cut here were once landed.
Fields, Aith Ness A fertile peninsula on the south side of Fetlar.
Fields, Aith Ness
A fertile peninsula on the south side of Fetlar.
The Peat Road Lamb Hoga was the source of Fetlar's peat and this was one of the ways the peat was carried to the crofts. Much of the peat was taken out by boat and landed at Airthbank.
The Peat Road
Lamb Hoga was the source of Fetlar's peat and this was one of the ways the peat was carried to the crofts. Much of the peat was taken out by boat and landed at Airthbank.
Bog, Lamb Hoga Rough going on Gillis Field. The bogs of Lamb Hoga were the source of most of Fetlar's fuel.
Bog, Lamb Hoga
Rough going on Gillis Field. The bogs of Lamb Hoga were the source of most of Fetlar's fuel.
Bog pool, Gillis Field Prime bonxie real estate on the boggy Lamb Hoga peninsula.
Bog pool, Gillis Field
Prime bonxie real estate on the boggy Lamb Hoga peninsula.
Gillis Field Triangulation pillar amongst the bogs.
Gillis Field
Triangulation pillar amongst the bogs.
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Dammins is located at Grid Ref: HU6190 (Lat: 60.590676, Lng: -0.87587904)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

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