Ayre of Queyfirth

Beach in Shetland

Scotland

Ayre of Queyfirth

The end of the road at Queyfirth Three tracks continue, two heading to houses. — The end of the road at Queyfirth Credit: Mike Pennington

Ayre of Queyfirth is a picturesque beach located in Shetland, an archipelago in Scotland. This beautiful stretch of coastline is situated on the west side of the island of Mainland, near the village of Walls.

Ayre of Queyfirth is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The beach is characterized by its pristine white sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters, which are framed by rugged cliffs and rolling green hills. Visitors are greeted by a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding landscape, making it a popular spot for photographers and nature enthusiasts.

The beach offers a wide range of activities for visitors to enjoy. The calm waters make it ideal for swimming and paddling, while the soft sand is perfect for sunbathing and beach games. Ayre of Queyfirth is also a great place for birdwatching, as it attracts a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and fulmars.

For those looking to explore the area further, there are several walking trails that lead from the beach, offering stunning views of the coastline and nearby cliffs. The beach is easily accessible by car, with a small parking area available nearby.

Overall, Ayre of Queyfirth is a hidden gem in the Shetland Isles, offering a tranquil escape and breathtaking natural beauty. Whether you are looking to relax on the beach, explore the surrounding trails, or observe the local wildlife, this beach has something to offer for everyone.

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Ayre of Queyfirth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.519481/-1.3507224 or Grid Reference HU3581. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The end of the road at Queyfirth

Three tracks continue, two heading to houses.

Mike Pennington

North Collafirth from Queyfirth

Mike Pennington

South Collafirth from Queyfirth

Mike Pennington

Loch of Queyfirth from Greystane

It should be obvious how the adjacent house gets its name.

Mike Pennington

Loch of Queyfirth from Hill of Ollaberry

The loch is really an arm of the sea, with an outflow at low tide and the sea encroaching at high tide.

Mike Pennington

Blythoid, Ollaberry

Looking across Yell Sound to Sullom Voe Terminal.

Mike Pennington

Wind turbines on Hill of Ollaberry

Mike Pennington

Runnadale, Ollaberry

Small housing estate at the end of the road.

Mike Pennington

The track from Collafirth Hill

Joining the A970 above Colla Firth.

David Purchase

The A970 at South Collafirth

David Purchase

Rough grazing by the A970

David Purchase

North Collafirth

View along the A970 at North Collafirth

Mat Tuck

A970 South Collafirth

Jo and Steve Turner

Colla Firth

Looking across Colla Firth, which is just under 1km across so both sides are in the square, to Ness of Queyfirth.

Andrew Spenceley

Blythot, Ollaberry, Shetland

Picture taken at Blythot, above Ollaberry, looking over East Ness to Gluss Isle in Sullom Voe. Sullom Voe Oil Terminal is in the background

David Medcalf

Bay of Ollaberry

The B9079 leads to this small village at the northern end of the Shetland Mainland.

Colin Park

Loch of Queyfirth, Shetland

If you take the road from Upper Ollaberry signposted Leon you come over the ridge to the west the Hill of Ollaberry and are greeted with this view of the Loch of Queyfirth and Quey Firth.

John Dally

Saberstone

This spectacular cliff is part of the Walls Boundary Fault, which cuts Shetland from north to south and may be the continuation of the Great Glen Fault in Scotland.

Anne Burgess

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Ayre of Queyfirth is located at Grid Ref: HU3581 (Lat: 60.519481, Lng: -1.3507224)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands