Boaga

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Shetland

Scotland

Boaga

Spiggie and Loch of Spiggie
Spiggie and Loch of Spiggie Credit: Mike Pennington

Boaga is a small coastal settlement located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. Situated on the eastern coast of the mainland, Boaga enjoys scenic views of the North Sea and is surrounded by rugged cliffs and picturesque landscapes. The settlement is primarily known for its unique geographical features, including a sea, estuary, and creek.

The Boaga Sea is an expanse of the North Sea that stretches along the coastline of the settlement. It is characterized by its deep blue waters and provides a habitat for a variety of marine life, including fish, seals, and seabirds. The sea is also a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts, who often venture out in boats to try their luck in catching cod, haddock, and other species.

Adjacent to the sea, the Boaga Estuary is a tidal inlet where a river meets the sea. This estuary serves as a crucial habitat for numerous bird species, attracting birdwatchers from near and far. During low tide, the estuary reveals mudflats, providing feeding grounds for wading birds like oystercatchers and curlews.

Lastly, the Boaga Creek is a small watercourse that flows into the estuary. It meanders through the settlement, enhancing the picturesque charm of the area. The creek is known for its tranquil waters and is often frequented by locals and tourists alike, who enjoy leisurely walks along its banks or engage in activities like kayaking and canoeing.

Boaga, Shetland, with its sea, estuary, and creek, offers a diverse range of natural attractions, making it a captivating destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Boaga Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.945081/-1.3604781 or Grid Reference HU3517. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Spiggie and Loch of Spiggie
Spiggie and Loch of Spiggie
Sand dunes at Sands of Scousburgh
Sand dunes at Sands of Scousburgh
Colsay from the air
Colsay from the air
Stack o' da Noup, Spiggie, from the air
Stack o' da Noup, Spiggie, from the air
Bay of Scousburgh at dusk
Bay of Scousburgh at dusk
Loch of Spiggie at dusk From Scousburgh looking towards Fitful Head.
Loch of Spiggie at dusk
From Scousburgh looking towards Fitful Head.
Looking across the Bay of Scousburgh to the Ness of Rerwick
Looking across the Bay of Scousburgh to the Ness of Rerwick
The north end of the Loch of Spiggie
The north end of the Loch of Spiggie
House at Spiggie, beside Loch of Spiggie
House at Spiggie, beside Loch of Spiggie
Whooper Swans at Loch of Spiggie
Whooper Swans at Loch of Spiggie
Sheep at Scousburgh
Sheep at Scousburgh
Sands of Rerwick A south-facing and sheltered sandy beach at the north end of the Bay of Scousburgh.
Sands of Rerwick
A south-facing and sheltered sandy beach at the north end of the Bay of Scousburgh.
Sheep at the Roadside The B9122 is a narrow, mostly single-track road with passing places. It provides a pleasant diversion from the A970 near Channerwick, travelling to the western (Atlantic) coast at Bigton and then Scousburgh before turning east again to rejoin the A970 at Boddam.
Sheep at the Roadside
The B9122 is a narrow, mostly single-track road with passing places. It provides a pleasant diversion from the A970 near Channerwick, travelling to the western (Atlantic) coast at Bigton and then Scousburgh before turning east again to rejoin the A970 at Boddam.
Rocky Shoreline, Bay of Scousburgh
Rocky Shoreline, Bay of Scousburgh
Sheep Farming on the Hill above Scousburgh Bay The sands of Scousburgh is a long, sandy beach a sheltered bay on the Atlantic coast of Shetland mainland.
Sheep Farming on the Hill above Scousburgh Bay
The sands of Scousburgh is a long, sandy beach a sheltered bay on the Atlantic coast of Shetland mainland.
Scousburgh, Henderson's Garage Scousburgh is a small community in the parish of Dunrossness, in the South Mainland of Shetland, overlooking the picturesque Scousburgh Sand, and Spiggie Loch.
Scousburgh, Henderson's Garage
Scousburgh is a small community in the parish of Dunrossness, in the South Mainland of Shetland, overlooking the picturesque Scousburgh Sand, and Spiggie Loch.
Lone fisherman at Loch of Spiggie Perhaps fishing is better in the rain!
Littleness farm on the left.
Lone fisherman at Loch of Spiggie
Perhaps fishing is better in the rain! Littleness farm on the left.
The outflow from Loch of Spiggie Into Muckle Sound.
Colsay in the distance.
The outflow from Loch of Spiggie
Into Muckle Sound. Colsay in the distance.
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Boaga is located at Grid Ref: HU3517 (Lat: 59.945081, Lng: -1.3604781)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///ankle.halt.producing. Near Sandwick, Shetland Islands

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