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Maravle

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Orkney

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Maravle

Vestra Fiold trig pillar
Vestra Fiold trig pillar Credit: John Ferguson

Maravle is a picturesque coastal village located in the Orkney Islands, an archipelago situated off the northeastern coast of Scotland. Nestled on the edge of a sea, estuary, and creek, Maravle offers a unique blend of natural beauty and marine diversity.

The village is renowned for its stunning sea views, with crystal-clear waters that stretch out into the horizon. The sea surrounding Maravle is teeming with life, making it a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts and wildlife enthusiasts alike. The diverse marine ecosystem supports a wide array of species, such as seals, dolphins, and various seabirds, which can often be spotted along the coastline.

Adjacent to the sea lies an estuary, a transitional zone where the sea meets the river, creating a rich habitat for both marine and freshwater species. The estuary is characterized by mudflats and salt marshes, which serve as important feeding grounds for migratory birds. As a result, Maravle is a prime location for birdwatching, with numerous species of waders and waterfowl gracing the estuary throughout the year.

Further inland, a picturesque creek winds its way through the village, providing a tranquil setting for leisurely walks and boating activities. The creek is fringed by lush vegetation, creating a serene atmosphere and providing a habitat for various plant and animal species.

Overall, Maravle is a haven for nature lovers, offering a unique combination of sea, estuary, and creek environments. Whether it's exploring the diverse marine life, birdwatching along the estuary, or enjoying a peaceful stroll by the creek, visitors to Maravle are sure to be captivated by its natural splendor.

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Maravle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.070129/-3.3499306 or Grid Reference HY2221. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Vestra Fiold trig pillar
Vestra Fiold trig pillar
Quoyloo: approaching from the north Looking along the B9056 as it heads down into Quoyloo, with the lofty island of Hoy looming large in the distance.
Quoyloo: approaching from the north
Looking along the B9056 as it heads down into Quoyloo, with the lofty island of Hoy looming large in the distance.
Quoyloo: the shop/post office Like many village stores in the northern isles, Isbister Bros. Ltd. is not just a shop but also a petrol filling station and (weekday mornings) a post office. It is situated on the crossroads on the B9056.
Quoyloo: the shop/post office
Like many village stores in the northern isles, Isbister Bros. Ltd. is not just a shop but also a petrol filling station and (weekday mornings) a post office. It is situated on the crossroads on the B9056.
Quoyloo: postbox № KW16 18 This Elizabeth II-reign postbox is attached to the wall of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2624174">HY2421 : Quoyloo: the shop/post office</a> and is emptied at 10:30 each weekday and Saturday morning.
Quoyloo: postbox № KW16 18
This Elizabeth II-reign postbox is attached to the wall of HY2421 : Quoyloo: the shop/post office and is emptied at 10:30 each weekday and Saturday morning.
Quoyloo: the church A simple, plain Victorian church on one of the back lanes.
Quoyloo: the church
A simple, plain Victorian church on one of the back lanes.
Well on farmland, Northdyke, Orkney The well is shown on the OS 1:25,000 map. The stile is on the coastal footpath which runs the length of mainland Orkney's west coast.
Well on farmland, Northdyke, Orkney
The well is shown on the OS 1:25,000 map. The stile is on the coastal footpath which runs the length of mainland Orkney's west coast.
Quarried slabs below Vestra Fiold, Orkney From <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/1923/details/vestrafiold" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/1923/details/vestrafiold">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> : "What is believed to be an ancient quarry from which slabs have been taken for circles and standing stones lies on the S slope of Vestra Fiold; a quarter of a mile N of the farm-house of Breck. Across the shoulder of the hill, in two groups, a large number of massive slabs are still to be seen. In the upper group typical slabs measure 4ft 6in by 3ft 6in and 5ft by 3ft, but in the lower group some are much bigger, three in particular measuring 14ft 9in by 5ft 3in by 6in thick; 18ft 6in by 5ft 6in; 16ft by 6ft. The last mentioned stone appears to have been roughly wedged up as if in readiness for removal."
Quarried slabs below Vestra Fiold, Orkney
From LinkExternal link : "What is believed to be an ancient quarry from which slabs have been taken for circles and standing stones lies on the S slope of Vestra Fiold; a quarter of a mile N of the farm-house of Breck. Across the shoulder of the hill, in two groups, a large number of massive slabs are still to be seen. In the upper group typical slabs measure 4ft 6in by 3ft 6in and 5ft by 3ft, but in the lower group some are much bigger, three in particular measuring 14ft 9in by 5ft 3in by 6in thick; 18ft 6in by 5ft 6in; 16ft by 6ft. The last mentioned stone appears to have been roughly wedged up as if in readiness for removal."
Power lines crossing farmland below Vestra Fiold, Orkney Looking towards Loch of Skaill on the left and Bay of Skaill on the right. Beyond are the northern cliffs of Hoy.
Power lines crossing farmland below Vestra Fiold, Orkney
Looking towards Loch of Skaill on the left and Bay of Skaill on the right. Beyond are the northern cliffs of Hoy.
Vestra Fiold Thirteenth TuMP of the day with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs on a sunny afternoon. Name: Vestra Fiold Hill number: 4928 Height: 129m / 423ft Parent (Ma/M): 1555 Milldoe - Mid Tooin Area:23: Orkney Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: HY 24157 22106 Summit feature:most southerly of two cairns 60m S of trig point Drop: 110m Col: 19m HY274243
Vestra Fiold
Thirteenth TuMP of the day with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs on a sunny afternoon. Name: Vestra Fiold Hill number: 4928 Height: 129m / 423ft Parent (Ma/M): 1555 Milldoe - Mid Tooin Area:23: Orkney Islands Class: Hu,1 Grid ref: HY 24157 22106 Summit feature:most southerly of two cairns 60m S of trig point Drop: 110m Col: 19m HY274243
The Spord sea stack A stormy sea and stack just off West mainland
The Spord sea stack
A stormy sea and stack just off West mainland
Minor road in Scarwell Heading for Dounby.
Minor road in Scarwell
Heading for Dounby.
Fields at Northdyke The ground rises gently from the Bay of Skaill, providing good grazing.
Fields at Northdyke
The ground rises gently from the Bay of Skaill, providing good grazing.
Isbister Bros This business offers a range of services including shop, post office, filling station and garage for the people of Sandwick.
Isbister Bros
This business offers a range of services including shop, post office, filling station and garage for the people of Sandwick.
Fields near Scarwell Grazing for sheep, with drystane dykes and a view over the Bay of Skaill towards the distant island of Hoy.
Fields near Scarwell
Grazing for sheep, with drystane dykes and a view over the Bay of Skaill towards the distant island of Hoy.
Former Kirk One of numerous redundant kirks now in use as housing. It was originally a United Presbyterian kirk.
Former Kirk
One of numerous redundant kirks now in use as housing. It was originally a United Presbyterian kirk.
House near Quoyloo This isn't Quoyloo House, but a traditional stone house, probably of the late 18th or early 19th century.
House near Quoyloo
This isn't Quoyloo House, but a traditional stone house, probably of the late 18th or early 19th century.
House on the hill Hilltop house at Northdyke.
House on the hill
Hilltop house at Northdyke.
Bay of Skaill - 1979 Bay of Skaill and Knowe of Verron seen from Skara Brae. The Bay of Skaill is a small bay on the west coast of the Orkney Mainland, Scotland. Bay of Skaill is the location of the famous Neolithic settlement, Skara Brae, and a large residence, Skaill House, the property of the laird on whose estate Skara Brae was discovered.
Bay of Skaill - 1979
Bay of Skaill and Knowe of Verron seen from Skara Brae. The Bay of Skaill is a small bay on the west coast of the Orkney Mainland, Scotland. Bay of Skaill is the location of the famous Neolithic settlement, Skara Brae, and a large residence, Skaill House, the property of the laird on whose estate Skara Brae was discovered.
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Maravle is located at Grid Ref: HY2221 (Lat: 59.070129, Lng: -3.3499306)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///successes.skylights.soil. Near Sandwick, Orkney Islands

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