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Basta Voe

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Shetland

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Basta Voe

Setter, North Sandwick Ruined crofthouse across the valley from the extant houses.
Setter, North Sandwick Credit: Mike Pennington

Basta Voe is a sea inlet located in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. It is situated on the east coast of the main island, between the settlements of Busta and Voe. The word "Voe" in Shetland dialect refers to a narrow sea inlet or fjord-like feature.

Stretching approximately 1.5 kilometers inland, Basta Voe is surrounded by picturesque rolling hills and rugged coastline, offering stunning views of the North Sea. The voe serves as an important natural harbor and fishing ground for local communities. It is relatively sheltered, providing a safe anchorage for boats and small vessels.

The water in Basta Voe is influenced by the North Atlantic Drift, resulting in a rich marine ecosystem. The voe supports a diverse range of marine life, including various fish species, shellfish, and seabirds. It is also home to seals and occasionally visited by dolphins and whales.

The surrounding area of Basta Voe is mainly rural, with scattered houses and farmland. The voe serves as a focal point for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The nearby settlements of Busta and Voe offer amenities for visitors, including accommodations and dining options.

With its natural beauty and thriving marine life, Basta Voe is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil coastal experience in the Shetland Islands.

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Basta Voe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.639791/-1.0408785 or Grid Reference HU5295. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Setter, North Sandwick Ruined crofthouse across the valley from the extant houses.
Setter, North Sandwick
Ruined crofthouse across the valley from the extant houses.
Basta Voe from Colvister Looking east towards the sun poking through clouds (more than two hours after sunrise despite the appearance). There are mussel lines in Basta Voe. In the background is the north end of Hascosay on the far right, with Fetlar beyond that.
Basta Voe from Colvister
Looking east towards the sun poking through clouds (more than two hours after sunrise despite the appearance). There are mussel lines in Basta Voe. In the background is the north end of Hascosay on the far right, with Fetlar beyond that.
Basta Voe from south of Colvister Mussel lines in the voe in the foreground, and Burra Ness and some of the islands noth of Fetlar in the distance.
Basta Voe from south of Colvister
Mussel lines in the voe in the foreground, and Burra Ness and some of the islands noth of Fetlar in the distance.
Colvister beside Basta Voe
Colvister beside Basta Voe
North Ayre of Cunnister Mussel ropes in Basta Voe in the foreground.
North Ayre of Cunnister
Mussel ropes in Basta Voe in the foreground.
The Main Road at Colvister The A968 about to cross the South Burn of Colvister.
The Main Road at Colvister
The A968 about to cross the South Burn of Colvister.
Hill of Colvister
Hill of Colvister
Fence across moorland, Colvister
Fence across moorland, Colvister
Cattle grid between Colvister and Basta
Cattle grid between Colvister and Basta
Kirkabister, Burraness, from the sea
Kirkabister, Burraness, from the sea
Derelict House and Rusty Machine at Cunnister
Derelict House and Rusty Machine at Cunnister
Remains of the Motel Still marked as a motel on some maps, but already in a pretty desperate state by 2008 when this was taken <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/693160">HU5296 : North Isles Motel</a> the place has since been demolished, but the site hasn't been cleared. Other people have started tipping on it and it's a mess.
Remains of the Motel
Still marked as a motel on some maps, but already in a pretty desperate state by 2008 when this was taken HU5296 : North Isles Motel the place has since been demolished, but the site hasn't been cleared. Other people have started tipping on it and it's a mess.
Old Quarry near Sellafirth
Old Quarry near Sellafirth
Burn of The Dale A small stream draining 3 or 4 sq kms of moor inland from Cunnister.
Burn of The Dale
A small stream draining 3 or 4 sq kms of moor inland from Cunnister.
Buoy on the Beach This looks to have broken its mooring and washed up here. At least it can be rescued here. It could have been half way to Norway by now.
Buoy on the Beach
This looks to have broken its mooring and washed up here. At least it can be rescued here. It could have been half way to Norway by now.
Empty Landscape We thought we would explore along here as it was a road we hadn't been down, but to be honest, compared with other parts of the island it's not that special.
Empty Landscape
We thought we would explore along here as it was a road we hadn't been down, but to be honest, compared with other parts of the island it's not that special.
Kirkabister
Kirkabister
Across Basta Voe Looking across Basta Voe to the Lade of Basta. There is only a small piece of land in the square this side of the Voe, with the old fence shown being in the centre of it.
Across Basta Voe
Looking across Basta Voe to the Lade of Basta. There is only a small piece of land in the square this side of the Voe, with the old fence shown being in the centre of it.
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Basta Voe is located at Grid Ref: HU5295 (Lat: 60.639791, Lng: -1.0408785)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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