Boden

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

Boden

Shag, Papa Westray Stood on the cliffs at the RSPB reserve of North Hill on Papay Westray
Shag, Papa Westray Credit: hayley green

Boden is a prominent coastal feature located on the mainland of Orkney, an archipelago in Scotland. It is characterized as a headland, also known as a point or promontory, extending out into the North Sea. The headland is situated on the northeastern coast of Orkney, near the village of Deerness.

Boden is an area of rugged and dramatic landscape, boasting steep cliffs that rise up from the sea. These cliffs, composed mainly of sandstone and conglomerate, reach impressive heights of up to 100 meters. The coastal feature offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding ocean, with the waves crashing against the base of the cliffs, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

The headland is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Seabird colonies, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, can be observed nesting and soaring above the cliffs. The surrounding waters are abundant with marine life, attracting seals and dolphins that can occasionally be spotted from the shore.

Visitors to Boden can explore the area via a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind their way along the cliff tops. These paths provide access to multiple viewpoints and picnic spots, allowing visitors to experience the natural beauty of the headland at their own pace.

Overall, Boden is a captivating coastal feature in Orkney, offering a combination of stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and opportunities for outdoor exploration.

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Boden Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.381728/-2.8730664 or Grid Reference HY5055. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shag, Papa Westray Stood on the cliffs at the RSPB reserve of North Hill on Papay Westray
Shag, Papa Westray
Stood on the cliffs at the RSPB reserve of North Hill on Papay Westray
Waves, up towards the top of North Hill, Papa Westray
Waves, up towards the top of North Hill, Papa Westray
Two Ponies Two ponies in a field above the beach with a distant view towards Hundland.
Two Ponies
Two ponies in a field above the beach with a distant view towards Hundland.
View Along Fence And Wall Near Berry Hill
View Along Fence And Wall Near Berry Hill
Three Fulmars On Papa Westray
Three Fulmars On Papa Westray
Great Auk Memorial Memorial to last Great Auk killed in Britain in 1813, Fowl Craig, Papa Westray.
Great Auk Memorial
Memorial to last Great Auk killed in Britain in 1813, Fowl Craig, Papa Westray.
Great Auk Statue This commemorates the last breeding Great Auk in Britain, it was shot in 1813. Great Auks are now extinct.
Great Auk Statue
This commemorates the last breeding Great Auk in Britain, it was shot in 1813. Great Auks are now extinct.
Loch of Ness The Loch of Ness and the bay of North Wick beyond, on Papay (Papa Westray), Orkney.
Loch of Ness
The Loch of Ness and the bay of North Wick beyond, on Papay (Papa Westray), Orkney.
Near Fowl Flag The north-east cliffs of Mull Head on Papa Westray
Near Fowl Flag
The north-east cliffs of Mull Head on Papa Westray
Fowl Craig As its name suggests, a nesting site for seabirds. This is within the RSPB North Hill reserve on Papa Westray.
Fowl Craig
As its name suggests, a nesting site for seabirds. This is within the RSPB North Hill reserve on Papa Westray.
Arctic skua Known as a scootie allan in Orkney, this bird feeds by harassing kittiwakes and terns into dropping their catch of fish. There are light and dark morphs (or varieties), as well as intermediate morphs. This is a light one. Around 100 pairs nest on the North Hill reserve.
Arctic skua
Known as a scootie allan in Orkney, this bird feeds by harassing kittiwakes and terns into dropping their catch of fish. There are light and dark morphs (or varieties), as well as intermediate morphs. This is a light one. Around 100 pairs nest on the North Hill reserve.
Guillemots  and razorbills on Fowl Craig The guillemots are the grey and white birds to the right of the picture. The ledges of the craig provide nest sites for 200 razorbills and 1600 guillemots.
Guillemots and razorbills on Fowl Craig
The guillemots are the grey and white birds to the right of the picture. The ledges of the craig provide nest sites for 200 razorbills and 1600 guillemots.
Razorbill on Fowl Craig, Papa Westray Only a small part of the craig can be seen from the cliff-top path, but this razorbill obligingly stood at a corner.
Razorbill on Fowl Craig, Papa Westray
Only a small part of the craig can be seen from the cliff-top path, but this razorbill obligingly stood at a corner.
Canoes at the roadside Overlooking the tidal Loch of the Taing and North Wick on Papa Westray
Canoes at the roadside
Overlooking the tidal Loch of the Taing and North Wick on Papa Westray
House at Hundland A traditional Papa Westray house, long and low.
House at Hundland
A traditional Papa Westray house, long and low.
Guillemots hiding below the cliffs Fowl Craig, Papa Westray
Guillemots hiding below the cliffs
Fowl Craig, Papa Westray
Cliffs, North Hill RSPB reserve, Papa Westray
Cliffs, North Hill RSPB reserve, Papa Westray
From North Hill towards Holm of Papay
From North Hill towards Holm of Papay
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Boden is located at Grid Ref: HY5055 (Lat: 59.381728, Lng: -2.8730664)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

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