Sea Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

Sea Geo

The old church and cemetery by the Bay of Creekland
The old church and cemetery by the Bay of Creekland Credit: David Medcalf

Sea Geo is a prominent coastal feature located in the Orkney archipelago, situated off the northeastern coast of Scotland. It is characterized as a headland or point, jutting out into the North Sea. Sea Geo is located on the eastern side of the main island of Orkney, known as the Mainland.

This coastal feature is known for its rugged and dramatic landscape, with steep cliffs that rise up from the sea below. The cliffs are composed of layers of sedimentary rock, including sandstone and shale, which have been shaped over millions of years by the forces of erosion.

Sea Geo is renowned for its wildlife and is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. It provides a nesting site for various seabird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. Visitors to the area can witness these birds in their natural habitat, perched on the sheer cliff faces or soaring above the crashing waves.

The area surrounding Sea Geo is also rich in marine life, with seals often seen basking on rocks or swimming in the surrounding waters. The diverse ecosystem of the Orkney coastline supports a wide variety of fish and shellfish, making it a popular spot for fishing and seafood harvesting.

The rugged beauty and natural diversity of Sea Geo make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Its stunning views, abundant wildlife, and unique geological features make it a must-visit location for anyone exploring the Orkney Islands.

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Sea Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.93178/-3.3513864 or Grid Reference HY2205. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The old church and cemetery by the Bay of Creekland
The old church and cemetery by the Bay of Creekland
The cemetery and the Sands of Klebreck
The cemetery and the Sands of Klebreck
The stranded boat has moved inland A dozen years ago, it was on the sand. See:  <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2524025" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2524025">Link</a>
The stranded boat has moved inland
A dozen years ago, it was on the sand. See: Link
Outer Skerry rock bank The skerry is the thin dark line below the horizon. Seen from the Hoy Ferry.
Outer Skerry rock bank
The skerry is the thin dark line below the horizon. Seen from the Hoy Ferry.
Murra and the Kame The renovated crofthouse at Murra <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1483912">HY2104 : Murra and Lenders Dale</a> looking towards Lounders Fea and The Kame of Hoy.
It is in an exposed location but very well built and placed to withstand the local climate.
It is an example of a sturdy building which has been tastefully renovated
Murra and the Kame
The renovated crofthouse at Murra HY2104 : Murra and Lenders Dale looking towards Lounders Fea and The Kame of Hoy. It is in an exposed location but very well built and placed to withstand the local climate. It is an example of a sturdy building which has been tastefully renovated
Beached boat, Sands of Klebreck
Beached boat, Sands of Klebreck
Lenders Dale from the road end at Murra The Kame of Hoy drops steeply into the sea.
Lenders Dale from the road end at Murra
The Kame of Hoy drops steeply into the sea.
Hay harvest above The Flashes Ferry heading through Hoy Sound towards Stromness
Hay harvest above The Flashes
Ferry heading through Hoy Sound towards Stromness
Sunbeams over Hoy Viewed across Hoy Sound from Innertown, Stromness.
Sunbeams over Hoy
Viewed across Hoy Sound from Innertown, Stromness.
Low cloud over Hoy Viewed from Point of Ness across the golf course.
Low cloud over Hoy
Viewed from Point of Ness across the golf course.
The Witter Sixth TuMP of a circuit from the Moaness Ferry with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs. Round Hill, Ward Hill, Cuilags, Sui Fea, Top of Hellia with The Witter to finish before coffee and a cake at the cafe.
Name:The Witter
Hill number:12209
Height: 121m / 397ft
Parent (Ma/M):1549  Ward Hill
Area:23: Orkney Islands
Class:1
Grid ref: HY223046 (est)
Drop: 40m
Col: 81m  HY223039
The Witter
Sixth TuMP of a circuit from the Moaness Ferry with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs. Round Hill, Ward Hill, Cuilags, Sui Fea, Top of Hellia with The Witter to finish before coffee and a cake at the cafe. Name:The Witter Hill number:12209 Height: 121m / 397ft Parent (Ma/M):1549 Ward Hill Area:23: Orkney Islands Class:1 Grid ref: HY223046 (est) Drop: 40m Col: 81m HY223039
Selwick, Hoy Taken from the MV Hamnavoe in Hoy Sound.
Selwick, Hoy
Taken from the MV Hamnavoe in Hoy Sound.
Selwick, Hoy Taken from the MV Hamnavoe.
Selwick, Hoy
Taken from the MV Hamnavoe.
Murra, Hoy With Cuilags in the background.
Murra, Hoy
With Cuilags in the background.
Murra, Hoy Houses below the Hoy hills, taken from the MV Hamnavoe.
Murra, Hoy
Houses below the Hoy hills, taken from the MV Hamnavoe.
Orographic cloud Curling over the summits of the hills on Hoy.
Orographic cloud
Curling over the summits of the hills on Hoy.
Road leading to Murra on Hoy
Road leading to Murra on Hoy
Hoy Cemetery
Hoy Cemetery
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Sea Geo is located at Grid Ref: HY2205 (Lat: 58.93178, Lng: -3.3513864)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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