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Sprutties Hole

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Shetland

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Sprutties Hole

Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air Credit: Mike Pennington

Sprutties Hole is a picturesque sea inlet located on the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. Nestled on the eastern coast of the mainland, it is often referred to as a sea, estuary, or creek due to its unique characteristics.

This natural marvel is surrounded by stunning cliffs and rolling hills, providing a dramatic backdrop to its serene waters. The inlet is accessible by a narrow, winding path that leads visitors through heather-covered moorland and offers breathtaking views along the way.

Sprutties Hole boasts crystal-clear, turquoise waters that are teeming with marine life. It is a haven for seals, which can often be spotted lounging on the rocky shores or playfully swimming in the shallows. The area is also frequented by a wide variety of seabirds, including puffins, fulmars, and kittiwakes, making it a paradise for birdwatchers.

The inlet is known for its tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular spot for fishing and boating enthusiasts. Its protected waters offer a safe haven for kayakers and paddleboarders, who can explore the hidden coves and caves that dot the coastline. The calm and secluded nature of Sprutties Hole also makes it a favored spot for picnickers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Visitors to Sprutties Hole can bask in the natural beauty of the Shetland Islands while immersing themselves in the rich wildlife and stunning vistas that this unique sea inlet has to offer.

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Sprutties Hole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.994228/-1.3463911 or Grid Reference HU3623. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Houses at Maywick The houses above the bay.
Houses at Maywick
The houses above the bay.
South Lochend, Maywick House above the Loch of Vatsetter.
South Lochend, Maywick
House above the Loch of Vatsetter.
Ruin near Ellister, Bigton Fitful Head in the distance.
Ruin near Ellister, Bigton
Fitful Head in the distance.
View to St Ninian's Isle from the Ness of Ireland
View to St Ninian's Isle from the Ness of Ireland
Road to the Ness of Ireland
Road to the Ness of Ireland
May Wick May Wick & Maywick seen from the east side of Taing of Maywick Headland.
May Wick
May Wick & Maywick seen from the east side of Taing of Maywick Headland.
Hundi Geo Geo on the west side of Taing of Maywick Headland. South Havra is the first island in the distance.
Hundi Geo
Geo on the west side of Taing of Maywick Headland. South Havra is the first island in the distance.
Corbie Geo Erne's Kame & Corbie Geo Cliffs.
Corbie Geo
Erne's Kame & Corbie Geo Cliffs.
Johnie's Water From Johnie's Water, looking north in the direction of Taing of Maywick Headland.
Johnie's Water
From Johnie's Water, looking north in the direction of Taing of Maywick Headland.
Tomb Stone Tomb Stone at Maywick on the east end of the Cliffs: "In memory of Laurence Smith the beloved husband of Andrena Yonson. He was drowned at the ling fishing 27th jan 1857. Aged 44 yrs. Erected by his sons"
Tomb Stone
Tomb Stone at Maywick on the east end of the Cliffs: "In memory of Laurence Smith the beloved husband of Andrena Yonson. He was drowned at the ling fishing 27th jan 1857. Aged 44 yrs. Erected by his sons"
The Neapack from Loose Head A day for walking round St. Ninian's Isle, looking down to see why we weren't sea kayaking round it. There are plenty of caves and geos, and skerries to rock-hop around in a bit of swell, but not this much ! There's quite a lot of wind waves, too, and whilst not as strong as it had been, the westerly was still quite gusty. The metamorphic rocks here are micaceous psammites of the Colla Firth group, Whiteness Division, and correlate with the Dalradian of mainland Scotland. They are dipping moderately steeply to the southwest, making for somewhat unstable and treacherous cliff edges, so the base of these cliffs is only readily seen from a bit that sticks out, as Loose Head does, offering a view back along the coast.
The Neapack from Loose Head
A day for walking round St. Ninian's Isle, looking down to see why we weren't sea kayaking round it. There are plenty of caves and geos, and skerries to rock-hop around in a bit of swell, but not this much ! There's quite a lot of wind waves, too, and whilst not as strong as it had been, the westerly was still quite gusty. The metamorphic rocks here are micaceous psammites of the Colla Firth group, Whiteness Division, and correlate with the Dalradian of mainland Scotland. They are dipping moderately steeply to the southwest, making for somewhat unstable and treacherous cliff edges, so the base of these cliffs is only readily seen from a bit that sticks out, as Loose Head does, offering a view back along the coast.
Slopes of Midi Field from Vatsetter
Slopes of Midi Field from Vatsetter
Shorewood, Vatsetter, Maywick
Shorewood, Vatsetter, Maywick
Bird and Headlands Taken from a derelict building on South Havra looking South
Bird and Headlands
Taken from a derelict building on South Havra looking South
Trig Point on the Edge
Trig Point on the Edge
May Wick Crashing waves and overlooking cliffs at may Wick near Bigton.
May Wick
Crashing waves and overlooking cliffs at may Wick near Bigton.
Loch of Vatsetter north bay
Loch of Vatsetter north bay
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Sprutties Hole is located at Grid Ref: HU3623 (Lat: 59.994228, Lng: -1.3463911)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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