Ramna Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

Ramna Geo

Mar Wick bay, Orkney
Mar Wick bay, Orkney Credit: John Ferguson

Ramna Geo is a prominent coastal feature located in the Orkney Islands, situated off the northeastern coast of mainland Scotland. It is a stunning headland that juts out into the North Sea, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which tower above the crashing waves below. These cliffs are composed of sandstone and are known for their distinctive red color, giving Ramna Geo a unique and striking appearance. The exposed rock formations in the area provide a glimpse into the geological history of the region, with layers of sedimentary rock dating back millions of years.

Ramna Geo is also famous for its diverse wildlife. The surrounding waters are home to a variety of marine species, including seals, dolphins, and numerous seabirds. Visitors may be fortunate enough to spot puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes nesting on the cliffs during the breeding season.

Access to Ramna Geo is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading to the headland from the nearby village of Birsay. The path offers stunning coastal views along the way, adding to the overall experience. Due to its exposed location, it is advisable to take caution when visiting during stormy weather, as the strong winds and high waves can make the area dangerous.

Ramna Geo is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of dramatic cliffs, stunning coastal scenery, and abundant wildlife. Whether exploring the geological wonders or simply enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings, Ramna Geo is a true gem of the Orkney Islands.

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Ramna Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.083924/-3.3534216 or Grid Reference HY2222. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mar Wick bay, Orkney
Mar Wick bay, Orkney
Vestra Fiold trig pillar
Vestra Fiold trig pillar
Standing Stones I don't think these stones are ancient monuments. They are beside the path down from Marwick Head to the beach.
Standing Stones
I don't think these stones are ancient monuments. They are beside the path down from Marwick Head to the beach.
Storm Beach The rock strata on the cliff top have been progressively stripped away by winter storms.
Storm Beach
The rock strata on the cliff top have been progressively stripped away by winter storms.
Dipping Strata On the south side of Marwick Head, with a view south to Yesnaby and the island of Hoy.
Dipping Strata
On the south side of Marwick Head, with a view south to Yesnaby and the island of Hoy.
Gunnagairn Gunnagairn is a geo on the south side of Marwick Head.
Gunnagairn
Gunnagairn is a geo on the south side of Marwick Head.
Cleft in the Rock I suspect that this might be the line of an igneous dyke that has been preferentially eroded out.
Cleft in the Rock
I suspect that this might be the line of an igneous dyke that has been preferentially eroded out.
Mar Wick The tidal lagoon at the head of the bay is Choin.
Mar Wick
The tidal lagoon at the head of the bay is Choin.
Gruidgar The flat building in front of the house is a gallery of local art and craft works.
Gruidgar
The flat building in front of the house is a gallery of local art and craft works.
Gunnagairn cliff, Marwick, Orkney Taken during a shoreline survey for the International Centre for Island Technology (ICIT).
Gunnagairn cliff, Marwick, Orkney
Taken during a shoreline survey for the International Centre for Island Technology (ICIT).
Rusty metal at Mar Wick Remains of a ship's boiler. The same subject as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2052112">HY2224 : Mar Wick, Orkney</a>
Rusty metal at Mar Wick
Remains of a ship's boiler. The same subject as HY2224 : Mar Wick, Orkney
Road east of Mar Wick
Road east of Mar Wick
Mar Wick panorama
Mar Wick panorama
Rocky shore at Mar Wick
Rocky shore at Mar Wick
Orkney landscape from the Kitchener Memorial
Orkney landscape from the Kitchener Memorial
Mar Wick Mar Wick is the rocky area exposed at low tide.  The cleft in the cliff face, near to the horizon, (indistinct on the photograph), is named Minna Geo.
Mar Wick
Mar Wick is the rocky area exposed at low tide. The cleft in the cliff face, near to the horizon, (indistinct on the photograph), is named Minna Geo.
Towards the Kitchener Memorial The memorial is seen on the skyline.  Directly beneath is the farmstead or hamlet of Gridgar, with Steadquoy a little to the right.  The water is labelled "Choin (Tidal Pond)" on OS Maps.
Towards the Kitchener Memorial
The memorial is seen on the skyline. Directly beneath is the farmstead or hamlet of Gridgar, with Steadquoy a little to the right. The water is labelled "Choin (Tidal Pond)" on OS Maps.
Marwick Bay A generally stony beach, with Mar Wick out in the bay to the right.
Marwick Bay
A generally stony beach, with Mar Wick out in the bay to the right.
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Ramna Geo is located at Grid Ref: HY2222 (Lat: 59.083924, Lng: -3.3534216)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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