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Ayre of Dury

Beach in Shetland

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Ayre of Dury

Coastal inlet Top of the coastal inlet
Coastal inlet Credit: Mat Tuck

Ayre of Dury is a stunning beach located in the remote and picturesque Shetland Islands, Scotland. Nestled on the southwestern coast of the main island, the beach offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for visitors seeking natural beauty and solitude.

Stretching for approximately half a mile, Ayre of Dury boasts pristine white sands that contrast beautifully with the turquoise waters of the North Sea. The beach is flanked by rocky cliffs and rolling dunes, creating a dramatic backdrop against the vast expanse of the ocean. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby rugged coastline and distant islands.

Ayre of Dury is also known for its rich biodiversity. The beach is home to a diverse range of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. Visitors may spot rare seabirds such as kittiwakes, fulmars, and puffins, adding to the charm of this remote oasis.

The beach offers a peaceful and secluded setting, perfect for leisurely walks along the shore, picnics, or simply soaking up the serene atmosphere. It is important to note that Ayre of Dury can only be accessed by a scenic coastal path or by boat, adding to its off-the-beaten-path allure.

For those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Ayre of Dury provides a tranquil haven where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and truly unwind.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.324219/-1.1681097 or Grid Reference HU4660. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Coastal inlet Top of the coastal inlet
Coastal inlet
Top of the coastal inlet
The Vadill, Billister, at high tide Vadill means a place that can be waded across, but the tide is in.
The Vadill, Billister, at high tide
Vadill means a place that can be waded across, but the tide is in.
Head of the Vadill, Billister The pink plant on the left is a garden escape, Sweet Rocket.
Head of the Vadill, Billister
The pink plant on the left is a garden escape, Sweet Rocket.
North Nesting Public Hall. Laxfirth
North Nesting Public Hall. Laxfirth
Quoys pier Pier at Quoys
Quoys pier
Pier at Quoys
Wind turbine Wind turbine installation
Wind turbine
Wind turbine installation
Ayre of Atler View across to the pier
Ayre of Atler
View across to the pier
Quoys pier A small piece of land by Quoys Pier. There is a picnic bench and space to pull up several cars, making a useful wild camping spot.
Quoys pier
A small piece of land by Quoys Pier. There is a picnic bench and space to pull up several cars, making a useful wild camping spot.
The head of Dury Voe, North Nesting, at high tide
The head of Dury Voe, North Nesting, at high tide
High tide at the head of Dury Voe, North Nesting
High tide at the head of Dury Voe, North Nesting
Billister: the pier A tiny harbour on Lax Firth, an inlet from the much larger Dury Voe, which is in the background.
Billister: the pier
A tiny harbour on Lax Firth, an inlet from the much larger Dury Voe, which is in the background.
Billister: old Zetland County Council stone This small slab of stone is almost hidden in the long grass opposite the pier (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2758868">HU4760 : Billister: the pier</a>) and is inscribed with the Zetland County Council emblem with the name Billister Pier below. Zetland County Council is the predecessor (1974) to the present-day Shetland Islands Council.
Billister: old Zetland County Council stone
This small slab of stone is almost hidden in the long grass opposite the pier (see HU4760 : Billister: the pier) and is inscribed with the Zetland County Council emblem with the name Billister Pier below. Zetland County Council is the predecessor (1974) to the present-day Shetland Islands Council.
Billister: the telephone box Looking down the lane towards Billister pier, with a red telephone box on the right. The box also acts as the repository for post for the wheelchair-bound lady, who lives in the cottage, as I discovered when I found a letter (visible on the shelf) inside the box. I knocked on the door and she cheerfully told me that her home help or other visitors checked the box before coming in.
Billister: the telephone box
Looking down the lane towards Billister pier, with a red telephone box on the right. The box also acts as the repository for post for the wheelchair-bound lady, who lives in the cottage, as I discovered when I found a letter (visible on the shelf) inside the box. I knocked on the door and she cheerfully told me that her home help or other visitors checked the box before coming in.
Billister, North Nesting Three houses of different ages, possibly even built in different centuries.
Billister, North Nesting
Three houses of different ages, possibly even built in different centuries.
Billister pier, North Nesting Formerly the route to Whalsay.
Billister pier, North Nesting
Formerly the route to Whalsay.
Ruined crofthouse beside Lax Firth, North Nesting
Ruined crofthouse beside Lax Firth, North Nesting
Peatslide on the slopes of Riven Hill Taken from the Whalsay ferry.
Peatslide on the slopes of Riven Hill
Taken from the Whalsay ferry.
Fish farm in Loura Voe, Dury Voe Taken from the Whalsay ferry (photographer grid reference taken from GPS).
Fish farm in Loura Voe, Dury Voe
Taken from the Whalsay ferry (photographer grid reference taken from GPS).
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Ayre of Dury is located at Grid Ref: HU4660 (Lat: 60.324219, Lng: -1.1681097)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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