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Snouska Sand

Beach in Shetland

Scotland

Snouska Sand

It must be somewhere tropical: Norwick Blue skies, azure seas, palm trees, exotic birds, passing cruise liners? It must be somewhere tropical? But it's actually a migrant Bee-eater on Unst in Shetland with the Faroe ferry Norrona passing in the background.
It must be somewhere tropical: Norwick Credit: Mike Pennington

Snouska Sand is a picturesque beach located in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. Nestled on the west coast of the island of Yell, this beautiful sandy beach offers visitors a tranquil and serene setting to enjoy the natural beauty of the North Atlantic coastline.

Stretching for approximately half a mile, Snouska Sand boasts pristine golden sands that provide a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing sunbathe. The beach is surrounded by grassy dunes, adding to its charm and offering visitors a sense of seclusion and privacy.

The crystal-clear waters of the North Atlantic Ocean lap gently at the shore, creating a soothing soundscape for beachgoers. The beach is also known for its clean and unpolluted waters, making it an ideal spot for swimming and other water activities.

Snouska Sand is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with breathtaking views of the surrounding coastal landscape. Visitors can marvel at the rugged cliffs and rock formations that dot the coastline, providing a stunning backdrop to the beach.

The beach is easily accessible, with a parking area nearby and a short walk through the dunes to reach the sand. Facilities such as toilets and a picnic area can be found nearby, ensuring visitors have all they need for a comfortable day at the beach.

Whether you are looking to unwind and relax, explore the unique coastal flora and fauna, or simply enjoy the breathtaking views, Snouska Sand is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts in the Shetland Islands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.819321/-0.7797065 or Grid Reference HP6615. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

It must be somewhere tropical: Norwick Blue skies, azure seas, palm trees, exotic birds, passing cruise liners? It must be somewhere tropical? But it's actually a migrant Bee-eater on Unst in Shetland with the Faroe ferry Norrona passing in the background.
It must be somewhere tropical: Norwick
Blue skies, azure seas, palm trees, exotic birds, passing cruise liners? It must be somewhere tropical? But it's actually a migrant Bee-eater on Unst in Shetland with the Faroe ferry Norrona passing in the background.
European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster), Norwick A rare bird this far north, this was the fifth seen on Unst.
European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster), Norwick
A rare bird this far north, this was the fifth seen on Unst.
Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) and Black-headed Gulls (Chroicocephalus ridibundus), Norwick Bonaparte's Gull is a rare visitor from America, here visiting its transatlantic cousins.
Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) and Black-headed Gulls (Chroicocephalus ridibundus), Norwick
Bonaparte's Gull is a rare visitor from America, here visiting its transatlantic cousins.
Common Gulls (Larus canus), Baltasound
Common Gulls (Larus canus), Baltasound
Burn of Norwick on Norwick beach
Burn of Norwick on Norwick beach
First-summer male Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), Wick of Skaw
First-summer male Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), Wick of Skaw
The ever-changing profile of Norwick beach The burn now flows well north of the Taing again.
The ever-changing profile of Norwick beach
The burn now flows well north of the Taing again.
Burn of Norwick on Norwick beach This is about as far north as the burn has ever flowed in at least 30 years.
Burn of Norwick on Norwick beach
This is about as far north as the burn has ever flowed in at least 30 years.
Norwick beach
Norwick beach
Red-eyed Vireo (Vireo olivaceous), Norwick A very rare visitor from North America. This was the first one ever seen in Shetland.
Red-eyed Vireo (Vireo olivaceous), Norwick
A very rare visitor from North America. This was the first one ever seen in Shetland.
Red-rumped Swallow (Cecropis daurica), Skaw A scarce migrant from the Mediterranean.
Red-rumped Swallow (Cecropis daurica), Skaw
A scarce migrant from the Mediterranean.
North end of Norwick beach
North end of Norwick beach
North end of Norwick beach
North end of Norwick beach
Britain's most northerly graffiti, Skaw The tag appears to be 'Dias'.
Britain's most northerly graffiti, Skaw
The tag appears to be 'Dias'.
Holm of Skaw
Holm of Skaw
Norwick beach from Braehead
Norwick beach from Braehead
Norwick beach from Braehead
Norwick beach from Braehead
Sheep at feeders, Inner Skaw
Sheep at feeders, Inner Skaw
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Snouska Sand is located at Grid Ref: HP6615 (Lat: 60.819321, Lng: -0.7797065)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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