Skerloom

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

Skerloom

The cemetery at Kirkhouse Point This is a peaceful &quot;final resting place&quot; with a mile of unspoiled beach beyond the wall. — The cemetery at Kirkhouse Point Credit: Peter Church

Skerloom is a prominent headland located on the coast of Orkney, an archipelago in northern Scotland. It is situated on the western side of the mainland of Orkney, overlooking the North Atlantic Ocean. Skerloom is characterized by its rugged, rocky terrain and its commanding presence, jutting out into the sea.

The headland of Skerloom offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastal landscape. The cliffs that line its edges are composed of weathered sandstone and basalt, displaying stunning geological formations and providing a habitat for various seabird species. Visitors to Skerloom can often spot colonies of puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes nesting on the cliff faces during the breeding season.

The area around Skerloom is rich in archaeological history, with the remains of ancient settlements and burial sites scattered throughout the region. Neolithic artifacts and standing stones have been discovered in the vicinity, indicating human occupation dating back thousands of years.

Skerloom is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers. The headland offers several walking trails that provide access to the coastal cliffs and allow visitors to experience the raw beauty of the Orkney coastline. The dramatic landscape and diverse wildlife make Skerloom an ideal spot for photography and nature exploration.

Overall, Skerloom is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the natural beauty and historical significance of Orkney. Its rugged cliffs, archaeological sites, and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit location for those seeking an authentic Scottish coastal experience.

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Skerloom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.81171/-2.9084314 or Grid Reference ND4791. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The cemetery at Kirkhouse Point

This is a peaceful "final resting place" with a mile of unspoiled beach beyond the wall.

Peter Church

Natural beach art, Kirkhouse

These superb curves are caused by water from springs about 500 metres north.

Peter Church

Pool of Cletts

"Pool of Cletts" is the name shown on OS maps for the area on the north side of this bay.

Peter Church

Fields near Lime Banks

Jo and Steve Turner

Cauldhame Hill

Appears to be in the Scottish Water compound accessed from the track with Jim Bloomer and Tricky Speirs . Name: Cauldhame Hill Hill number: 12222 Height: 87m / 285ft Parent (Ma/M):none Area:23: Orkney Islands Class:0 Grid ref: ND467922 (est) Drop: 53m Col: 34m ND452900

Rude Health

The B9044 heading for South Cara

David Purchase

Minor road at South Cara

Near the easternmost point of South Ronaldsay.

David Purchase

The drive to Howatoft Farm

David Purchase

Vensilly Farm and Hill

David Purchase

Cemetery, Kirkhouse

Taken from a glider, looking West over South Ronaldsay.

Ian Balcombe

Wheems bothy camp site, South Ronaldsay

Catherine Morgan

Grimness

View ENE from near the road to Dyke-end farm, in the Grimness area of South Ronaldsay, showing grassland running down to Grim Ness itself.

David Wyatt

Curlew on farmland at Grimness

Looking towards Brecks farmhouse in the distance

David Wyatt

Honeysgeo

Farmstead of Honeysgeo and little bay east coast of South Ronaldsay, Orkney.

Adam Ward

Sea Pink

Armeria Maritima, also known as Sea Pink or Thrift on the foreshore at the headland of Grim Ness, South Ronaldsay, Orkney

Adam Ward

The Keys

The long rock sticking out into the sea is called The Keys and has hundreds of Shags on it as do most of the rocks offshore here. The photograph is taken from Grey Chair and there is Thrift and yellow lichen in the foreground.

Adam Ward

Head Bay

Not actually called anything on any maps, this little bay is near a dwelling called Head. Also in the picture is Skipi Geo, just to the left of the bay. On South Ronaldsay, Orkney.

Adam Ward

Fulmarus glacialis

A couple of Fulmars taking off from the Stack of Kame. The Stack of Kame isn't a proper stack but a narrow - as in a couple of feet wide at the top - headland sticking out into the sea. I was lucky enough to be above them without them realising and snapped them just as they sensed my presence a few feet above.

Adam Ward

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Skerloom is located at Grid Ref: ND4791 (Lat: 58.81171, Lng: -2.9084314)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands