Easter Tammy's Hole

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Shetland

Scotland

Easter Tammy's Hole

Dale of Lumbister
Dale of Lumbister Credit: Mike Pennington

Easter Tammy's Hole is a small coastal feature located in Shetland, an archipelago in Scotland. Situated on the eastern side of the main island, it is a significant sea, estuary, and creek formation that has both historical and ecological importance.

This coastal feature is characterized by a sheltered bay, formed by the convergence of the North Sea and a local creek. The estuary created by the creek provides a haven for a diverse range of marine life, including various fish species and seabirds. The rocky shoreline and surrounding cliffs add to the scenic beauty and make it an attractive spot for visitors and nature enthusiasts.

Easter Tammy's Hole has a rich history, dating back to ancient times. It is believed to have been a landing place for Viking settlers who arrived in Shetland around the 8th century. The location was strategically important for both fishing and trading activities, serving as a key hub for the local economy.

Today, Easter Tammy's Hole continues to be an important site for fishing, particularly for crab and lobster. The local community relies on the resources provided by the sea and estuary for their livelihoods. Additionally, the area is a popular destination for recreational activities such as boating, birdwatching, and coastal walks.

Overall, Easter Tammy's Hole in Shetland is a picturesque coastal feature that combines historical significance with ecological importance.

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Easter Tammy's Hole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.655973/-1.1544316 or Grid Reference HU4697. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dale of Lumbister
Dale of Lumbister
Dale of Lumbister
Dale of Lumbister
Burn of Lumbister leaving the southernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
Burn of Lumbister leaving the southernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
Sandy beach at the west end of the southernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
Sandy beach at the west end of the southernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
Sandy beach on the northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
Sandy beach on the northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The wilds of Yell north of Lumbister A square with no named features.
The wilds of Yell north of Lumbister
A square with no named features.
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
The northernmost of the Lochs of Lumbister
Stacks of Stuis The coastline here is littered with loose stacks which provide plenty of nesting opportunities for the birds and resting spots for the seals.
Stacks of Stuis
The coastline here is littered with loose stacks which provide plenty of nesting opportunities for the birds and resting spots for the seals.
Stuis of Graveland This view is looking roughly south from the most northerly point on the headland.
Stuis of Graveland
This view is looking roughly south from the most northerly point on the headland.
Ern Stack A view from the landward side of Ern Stack looking towards the Ramna Stacks
Ern Stack
A view from the landward side of Ern Stack looking towards the Ramna Stacks
Coastline view towards Ern Stack A view along the western coastline of this square.  An image of the pasture in the easterly section of this grid square is available from grid HU4697 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/40051" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/40051">Link</a> .
Coastline view towards Ern Stack
A view along the western coastline of this square. An image of the pasture in the easterly section of this grid square is available from grid HU4697 Link .
Ern Stack from the sea The extraordinary pale colouration on the landward side is invisible from the sea. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Ern Stack from the sea
The extraordinary pale colouration on the landward side is invisible from the sea. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Ern Stack from the sea Erne is the old Shetland name for the White-tailed Eagle, and this was the site of one of the last nests of native British sea eagles, last used early in the 20th century. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Ern Stack from the sea
Erne is the old Shetland name for the White-tailed Eagle, and this was the site of one of the last nests of native British sea eagles, last used early in the 20th century. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Aastack With the north tip of the Graveland peninsula beyond. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Aastack
With the north tip of the Graveland peninsula beyond. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
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Easter Tammy's Hole is located at Grid Ref: HU4697 (Lat: 60.655973, Lng: -1.1544316)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Easter Tammy's Hole
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Lat/Long: 60.6557466/-1.1537743
North Fiski Geo
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Stacks of Stuis
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Nev of Stuis
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Wester Tammy's Hole
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