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Ayre of Sannions

Beach in Shetland

Scotland

Ayre of Sannions

Waiting for the boats It might just be serendipitous but the tall, rough rock beats many pieces of sculpture. Given her position by the pier north of Collafirth and looking out to sea, "Waiting for the boats" would seem an appropriate title for this fishwife.
Waiting for the boats Credit: AlastairG

Ayre of Sannions is a picturesque beach located in Shetland, an archipelago in Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the mainland, this stunning beach offers visitors a tranquil and idyllic escape.

With its pristine white sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters, Ayre of Sannions is often considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Shetland. The beach is flanked by rugged cliffs and rolling dunes, creating a dramatic and breathtaking backdrop.

The beach is relatively secluded, making it a perfect spot for those seeking solitude and serenity. The peaceful atmosphere and untouched natural beauty make Ayre of Sannions an ideal destination for nature lovers and photographers looking to capture the essence of Shetland's coastline.

The beach is also known for its rich biodiversity. Wildlife enthusiasts can spot a variety of seabirds, including puffins and gannets, as well as seals and otters that frequent the area. The rock pools at low tide offer a chance to explore and discover an array of fascinating marine life.

Access to Ayre of Sannions is relatively easy, with a nearby car park and a short walk to the beach. The beach is also a popular spot for picnicking, beachcombing, and long walks along the shoreline, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the tranquility of the surroundings.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.538569/-1.3199402 or Grid Reference HU3784. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Waiting for the boats It might just be serendipitous but the tall, rough rock beats many pieces of sculpture. Given her position by the pier north of Collafirth and looking out to sea, "Waiting for the boats" would seem an appropriate title for this fishwife.
Waiting for the boats
It might just be serendipitous but the tall, rough rock beats many pieces of sculpture. Given her position by the pier north of Collafirth and looking out to sea, "Waiting for the boats" would seem an appropriate title for this fishwife.
MV Altaire at Collafirth pier, from Queyfirth
MV Altaire at Collafirth pier, from Queyfirth
MV Altaire in Voe of the Brig She seems to be manoeuvring, perhaps to prepare for her next departure?
MV Altaire in Voe of the Brig
She seems to be manoeuvring, perhaps to prepare for her next departure?
Loch of Housetter The road on the right is, believe it or not, the main A970 on Shetland Mainland. To be fair, this far north it is not exactly busy.
Loch of Housetter
The road on the right is, believe it or not, the main A970 on Shetland Mainland. To be fair, this far north it is not exactly busy.
Housetter and Colla Firth
Housetter and Colla Firth
Collafirth Pier Collafirth Pier redevelopment of a new jetty and out buildings. The area includes parking for caravans, and provides some basic facilities like a washing machine, electric shower and toilets.
Collafirth Pier
Collafirth Pier redevelopment of a new jetty and out buildings. The area includes parking for caravans, and provides some basic facilities like a washing machine, electric shower and toilets.
Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt, described as NEW OSBM BOLT LIVING ROCK 10.8M SE SIDE RD 17.7M SE C CUL (37.306m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1970).
Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt
Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt, described as NEW OSBM BOLT LIVING ROCK 10.8M SE SIDE RD 17.7M SE C CUL (37.306m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1970).
View of the A970 from the OS bolt View north of the A970 from the Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt.
View of the A970 from the OS bolt
View north of the A970 from the Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt.
MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier The Altaire is the only one of Shetland's pelagic fleet which is not based in Whalsay.
MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier
The Altaire is the only one of Shetland's pelagic fleet which is not based in Whalsay.
Colla Firth Looking across Colla Firth, which is just under 1km across so both sides are in the square, to Ness of Queyfirth.
Colla Firth
Looking across Colla Firth, which is just under 1km across so both sides are in the square, to Ness of Queyfirth.
Giant's Grave, Beorgs of Housetter Two large standing stones together with a third recumbent orthostat may be the remains of a facade for a small prehistoric cairn. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=6279" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=6279">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>
Giant's Grave, Beorgs of Housetter
Two large standing stones together with a third recumbent orthostat may be the remains of a facade for a small prehistoric cairn. LinkExternal link
Trowie Knowe chambered cairn A Neolithic heel shaped chambered cairn with an irregular chamber (Scale 1m). <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/834/trowie-knowe-beorgs-of-housetter" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/834/trowie-knowe-beorgs-of-housetter">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>
Trowie Knowe chambered cairn
A Neolithic heel shaped chambered cairn with an irregular chamber (Scale 1m). LinkExternal link
MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier
MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier
Collafirth Pier, Shetland A small but sheltered pier with only a few berths for pleasure craft but also the 'home' pier for Shetland's largest pelagic supertrawler LK429 Altaire. The Altaire only berths here when tied up between fishing 'seasons'. Her main catch is of herring, mackerel and blue whiting.
Collafirth Pier, Shetland
A small but sheltered pier with only a few berths for pleasure craft but also the 'home' pier for Shetland's largest pelagic supertrawler LK429 Altaire. The Altaire only berths here when tied up between fishing 'seasons'. Her main catch is of herring, mackerel and blue whiting.
Housetter Road End The unclassified road leads from the A970 to the crofting community of Housetter.
Housetter Road End
The unclassified road leads from the A970 to the crofting community of Housetter.
Ness of Housetter A damp ewe and lamb on the headland above Colla Firth
Ness of Housetter
A damp ewe and lamb on the headland above Colla Firth
Sheep at Colla Firth A flock of inquisitive sheep in a pen above Collafirth Pier.
Sheep at Colla Firth
A flock of inquisitive sheep in a pen above Collafirth Pier.
Loch of Housetter The Loch of Housetter is a small freshwater loch. It looks close to the sea in Colla Firth, but in fact it lies half a mile inland, and there is another small loch below it, out of sight from here. The houses on the right are at Housetter and those on the left are at Hill of Skea.
Loch of Housetter
The Loch of Housetter is a small freshwater loch. It looks close to the sea in Colla Firth, but in fact it lies half a mile inland, and there is another small loch below it, out of sight from here. The houses on the right are at Housetter and those on the left are at Hill of Skea.
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Ayre of Sannions is located at Grid Ref: HU3784 (Lat: 60.538569, Lng: -1.3199402)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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