Ayre of Voxter

Beach in Shetland

Scotland

Ayre of Voxter

Mail Burial Ground Adjacent to the sea as is usual on Scottish islands.
Mail Burial Ground Credit: Oliver Dixon

Ayre of Voxter is a picturesque beach located in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. Situated on the east coast of the mainland, this stunning sandy beach stretches for approximately 1.5 kilometers, offering breathtaking views of the North Sea. With its pristine golden sand, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and rugged coastal cliffs, Ayre of Voxter is a haven for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts alike.

The beach is surrounded by natural beauty, with rolling hills and lush greenery adding to its charm. The area is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Visitors can often spot various seabirds, including puffins, gannets, and kittiwakes, as well as seals basking on the nearby rocks.

Ayre of Voxter is a great destination for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing picnic. The beach is easily accessible, with a car park nearby and a well-maintained path leading down to the shore. During low tide, expansive sandbanks emerge, providing ample space for beachcombing, sandcastle building, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings.

The beach is not monitored by lifeguards, so caution should be exercised when swimming or engaging in water activities. The currents can be strong, and the water temperature remains cool throughout the year.

Overall, Ayre of Voxter offers a serene and unspoiled coastal experience, ideal for nature enthusiasts seeking a peaceful escape amidst the beauty of the Shetland Islands.

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Ayre of Voxter Images

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Mail Burial Ground Adjacent to the sea as is usual on Scottish islands.
Mail Burial Ground
Adjacent to the sea as is usual on Scottish islands.
Helli Ness to Bard Head We are at the parking place above Crossie Geo halfway between Lerwick and Sumburgh Head on the mainland of Shetland and I am looking north east across Greenmow and Helli Ness to Bard Head, Bressay. The Isle of Noss can be seen beyond Bressay.
Helli Ness to Bard Head
We are at the parking place above Crossie Geo halfway between Lerwick and Sumburgh Head on the mainland of Shetland and I am looking north east across Greenmow and Helli Ness to Bard Head, Bressay. The Isle of Noss can be seen beyond Bressay.
Aith, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Aith, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Greenmow and Helli Ness, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Greenmow and Helli Ness, Cunningsburgh, from the air
South Voxter, Cunningsburgh, from the air
South Voxter, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Mail, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Mail, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Shoreline with joining stream Small sandy pebble beach with joining stream to the sea
Shoreline with joining stream
Small sandy pebble beach with joining stream to the sea
Road bridge Road bridge buttress as it passes over the stream. It should have been the location of an Ordnance Survey OSBM Bolt, which seems to have been destroyed in the rebuilding of the road.
Road bridge
Road bridge buttress as it passes over the stream. It should have been the location of an Ordnance Survey OSBM Bolt, which seems to have been destroyed in the rebuilding of the road.
House under renovation, Cunningsburgh
House under renovation, Cunningsburgh
Vadsgarth, Cunningsburgh
Vadsgarth, Cunningsburgh
Small beach at the Sands of Mail The road is the A970 approaching Cunningsburgh.
Small beach at the Sands of Mail
The road is the A970 approaching Cunningsburgh.
A970 at Cunningsburgh Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.
A970 at Cunningsburgh
Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.
Bus Stop at Cunningsburgh Bus stop outside Cunningsburgh Primary School.
Bus Stop at Cunningsburgh
Bus stop outside Cunningsburgh Primary School.
Bus Stop on the A970 at Cunningsburgh Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.
Bus Stop on the A970 at Cunningsburgh
Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.
Bus Stop at Cunningsburgh Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.
Bus Stop at Cunningsburgh
Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.
Coastal Sheep Farm near Mail
Coastal Sheep Farm near Mail
Cunningsburgh, A970 Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.
Cunningsburgh, A970
Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.
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Ayre of Voxter is located at Grid Ref: HU4328 (Lat: 60.040496, Lng: -1.2155522)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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