Sandy Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Caithness

Scotland

Sandy Geo

Sinclair Bay Looking east along the coast towards Noss Head with its lighthouse and the striking ruins of  castles Girnigoe and Sinclair.
Sinclair Bay Credit: Glen Breaden

Sandy Geo, Caithness, is a prominent coastal feature located in the northernmost region of mainland Scotland. It is classified as a headland, specifically a point that juts out into the North Sea. Sandy Geo is situated near the small village of Dunnet, known for its picturesque scenery and stunning cliffs.

The headland itself is characterized by its sandy beach and towering cliffs, which provide a dramatic backdrop to the surrounding landscape. The beach consists of golden sand, making it a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, especially during the summer months. The area is also known for its rich wildlife, with seabirds such as puffins and gannets nesting along the cliffs.

Sandy Geo offers breathtaking views of the North Sea and the distant Orkney Islands. The headland is a perfect vantage point for observing the rugged beauty of the Caithness coastline, with its rugged cliffs, caves, and natural arches. The exposed nature of the area makes it a great location for coastal walks and exploration.

In addition to its natural beauty, Sandy Geo also holds historical significance. Just a short distance from the headland lies Dunnet Bay, where the remains of an Iron Age broch can be found. This archaeological site provides insight into the ancient inhabitants of the area and their way of life.

Overall, Sandy Geo, Caithness, is a stunning coastal feature that combines natural beauty, wildlife, and historical significance. It offers visitors a chance to appreciate the ruggedness of the Scottish coastline while enjoying the tranquility of its sandy beach and the breathtaking views it provides.

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Sandy Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.479124/-3.0590508 or Grid Reference ND3855. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sinclair Bay Looking east along the coast towards Noss Head with its lighthouse and the striking ruins of  castles Girnigoe and Sinclair.
Sinclair Bay
Looking east along the coast towards Noss Head with its lighthouse and the striking ruins of castles Girnigoe and Sinclair.
Pill Box The Caithness coastline is still peppered with these small, low, concrete weapon emplacements.
Pill Box
The Caithness coastline is still peppered with these small, low, concrete weapon emplacements.
Noss Head View towards Noss Head, the boundary wall, the outbuildings and the lighthouse.
Noss Head
View towards Noss Head, the boundary wall, the outbuildings and the lighthouse.
Sinclair's Bay - 1987 Noss Head and Noss Head lighthouse and Castle Sinclair Girnigoe ruins seen over Sinclair's Bay from carpark near Ackergill Links (long distance shot).
Castle Sinclair Girnigoe is a castle located about 3 miles north of Wick on the east coast of Caithness, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is considered to be the one of the earliest seats of Clan Sinclair.
Sinclair's Bay - 1987
Noss Head and Noss Head lighthouse and Castle Sinclair Girnigoe ruins seen over Sinclair's Bay from carpark near Ackergill Links (long distance shot). Castle Sinclair Girnigoe is a castle located about 3 miles north of Wick on the east coast of Caithness, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is considered to be the one of the earliest seats of Clan Sinclair.
Noss Head Starlings gather for the evening roost
Noss Head
Starlings gather for the evening roost
Across Sand Geo to Noss Head A pleasant summer evening brings a small boat out to fish off perilous shores
Across Sand Geo to Noss Head
A pleasant summer evening brings a small boat out to fish off perilous shores
Noss Head Lighthouse
Noss Head Lighthouse
Statue of Henry St Clair at Noss Head In the compound of the Noss Head Lighthouse is this statue of Henry St Clair (sometimes spelled Sinclair) Earl of Orkney.  The statue was erected in 2002.
Statue of Henry St Clair at Noss Head
In the compound of the Noss Head Lighthouse is this statue of Henry St Clair (sometimes spelled Sinclair) Earl of Orkney. The statue was erected in 2002.
Compound of Noss Head Lighthouse In the centre of the compound of Noss Head Lighthouse is a statue of Henry St Clair, Earl of Orkney.
Compound of Noss Head Lighthouse
In the centre of the compound of Noss Head Lighthouse is a statue of Henry St Clair, Earl of Orkney.
Track from Noss Head Lighthouse This is the track to/from Noss Head lighthouse.  In the distance, the image shows some of the buildings of the settlement of Noss.
Track from Noss Head Lighthouse
This is the track to/from Noss Head lighthouse. In the distance, the image shows some of the buildings of the settlement of Noss.
Track from Castle Sinclair Girnigoe Heading towards the car park by the road to Noss Head.
Track from Castle Sinclair Girnigoe
Heading towards the car park by the road to Noss Head.
Castle Sinclair Girnigoe in 1999 These ruins are in a striking location by the sea.
Castle Sinclair Girnigoe in 1999
These ruins are in a striking location by the sea.
Castle Sinclair in silhouette
Castle Sinclair in silhouette
Castle Sinclair
Castle Sinclair
Coastline, Noss Head A view along the coastline to Noss Head with the lighthouse visible.
Coastline, Noss Head
A view along the coastline to Noss Head with the lighthouse visible.
Castle Sinclair or Girnigoe
Castle Sinclair or Girnigoe
Castle Sinclair or Girnigoe
Castle Sinclair or Girnigoe
The Track to Noss Head Lighthouse, near Wick, Caithness
The Track to Noss Head Lighthouse, near Wick, Caithness
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Sandy Geo is located at Grid Ref: ND3855 (Lat: 58.479124, Lng: -3.0590508)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///candy.nerve.improvise. Near Wick, Highland

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 58.479124,-3.0590508
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Noss Head
Man Made: lighthouse
Seamark Light 1 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 1 Colour: red
Seamark Light 1 Height: 53
Seamark Light 1 Period: 20
Seamark Light 1 Range: 21
Seamark Light 1 Sector End: 191
Seamark Light 1 Sector Start: 100
Seamark Light 1 Sequence: 0.5+(19.5)
Seamark Light 2 Character: Fl
Seamark Light 2 Colour: white
Seamark Light 2 Height: 53
Seamark Light 2 Period: 20
Seamark Light 2 Range: 25
Seamark Light 2 Sector End: 0
Seamark Light 2 Sector Start: 191
Seamark Light 2 Sequence: 0.5+(19.5)
Seamark Light Reference: A 3544
Seamark Name: Noss Head
Seamark Type: light_major
Wikidata: Q17567439
Wikipedia: en:Noss Head Lighthouse
Lat/Long: 58.4790329/-3.0510132
Barrier: cattle_grid
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 58.4762301/-3.0566204
Tourism: picnic_site
Lat/Long: 58.4757806/-3.056853
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Informal campsite
Tourism: camp_site
Lat/Long: 58.4758224/-3.0572807
Noss Head
Name Sco: Noss Heid
Natural: cape
Lat/Long: 58.4794169/-3.0522581
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