Effirth Voe

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Shetland

Scotland

Effirth Voe

Ruins of Park Hall A once fine house now left to its fate. — Ruins of Park Hall Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Effirth Voe is a picturesque sea inlet located in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. It is situated on the east coast of the mainland, about 12 miles north of Lerwick. With its stunning natural beauty and tranquil surroundings, Effirth Voe attracts visitors from near and far.

This sea estuary stretches for approximately 2 miles, with its mouth opening up to the North Sea. The waters of Effirth Voe are known for their calmness, making it an ideal location for various water activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking. The area is also popular among birdwatchers, as it serves as a home to a wide range of bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and gannets.

The surrounding landscape of Effirth Voe is characterized by rolling hills and cliffs, providing breathtaking panoramic views. The coastline is dotted with small, sandy beaches, which add to the charm of this idyllic spot. Additionally, the area is rich in marine life, with seals often spotted basking on the rocks and otters frequently seen playing in the shallows.

Effirth Voe is easily accessible by road, with a well-maintained coastal path that offers stunning views along the way. The nearby village of Voe provides amenities such as accommodations, restaurants, and shops, ensuring a comfortable stay for visitors.

Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat or an opportunity to engage in outdoor activities, Effirth Voe in Shetland is a hidden gem that promises a memorable experience for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.

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Effirth Voe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.254238/-1.4243627 or Grid Reference HU3152. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruins of Park Hall

A once fine house now left to its fate.

Des Blenkinsopp

Another part of Wallacetown

Wallacetown on the map looks like it comprises two houses. This isn't this one HU3052 : Wallacetown so it must be the other one.

Des Blenkinsopp

View towards Turdale Water

Des Blenkinsopp

Park Hall, Bixter

A substantial but derelict house built of concrete circa 1900. Has been derelict since at least 1990 and is on the at risk register. See Link

John Lucas

Effirth

Near Bixter.

John Lucas

B9071 road

View of the B9071 road

Mat Tuck

View of Twatt

Road through the village of Twatt

Mat Tuck

Bixter Voe

View across to Bixter Voe

Mat Tuck

The road to Twatt

Mike Pennington

Selfie with a sign, Twatt

There are queues now to photographed with this signpost!

Mike Pennington

Glenburn, Effirth

Mike Pennington

Track at Laxaburn, near Effirth

Mike Pennington

Hockland, near Effirth

Mike Pennington

Moorfield, near Effirth

Mike Pennington

Twatt kirk

Mike Pennington

Ara Clett Chambered Cairn

Chambered Cairn north west of Park Hall at the A971/B9071 junction. Turdale Water on the left in the distance.

Vanhercke Christiaan

Park Hall, A971 Bixter, Shetland

Category C Listed Laird's house of poured concrete construction of about 1900. Built by a Doctor Bowie, Park Hall is an example of the early 20th century practice in Shetland for building in in-situ concrete. A photograph of it under construction shows a large Moorish temple in the garden which actually functioned as the septic tank. If this is Thomas Ross Bowie, he was a Customs Officer born 1839 and was resident in Aberdeen in 1881 and died at Park Hall in Oct 1915. His son however James Cameron Bowie was a doctor resident in Aberdeen 1891 and died in Park Hall in Feb 1932. The doctors eldest two (of 10) children are recorded as having died within 12 days of each other in 1914 with influenza. One was four, the other was two. Is this possibly why it fell into ruin and no-one actually wanted to live there? It was sold by the Bowie family in the 1990s and later fell to the Crown Office in 2004 who promptly disclaimed ownership after a survey. The Shetland Amenity Trust showed interest and one report states they bought it for £1 but this is no more than rumour. The Buildings at Risk Register for Scotland lists the condition as very poor and in the report of 2014 states that "External inspection finds the roof continues to collapse."

Jo and Steve Turner