Little Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Orkney

Scotland

Little Geo

Shapinsay: postbox № KW17 57 A standard lamp box dating from post-1994, mounted on an unusually short metal pole. Serving the northern part of the island, it is one of four postboxes on Shapinsay. — Shapinsay: postbox № KW17 57 Credit: Chris Downer

Little Geo is a prominent coastal feature located on the island of Orkney in Scotland. It is a stunning headland, jutting out into the North Sea, and is known for its rugged beauty and dramatic cliffs.

Situated on the eastern coast of Orkney, Little Geo is characterized by its rocky shoreline and steep cliffs that reach impressive heights of up to 100 feet. The headland is composed of layers of sandstone and shale, giving it a distinctive appearance and adding to its geological significance.

The area surrounding Little Geo is abundant in diverse marine life, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors can observe various seabirds such as guillemots, kittiwakes, and fulmars nesting on the cliffs, as well as seals basking on the rocks below.

In addition to its natural beauty, Little Geo also holds historical significance. The headland is believed to have been used by ancient settlers as a lookout point and defensive position due to its strategic location. There are remnants of ancient structures and fortifications that can still be seen today, adding an element of historical intrigue to the area.

Little Geo is easily accessible to visitors, with a walking path leading from the nearby village. Its breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, and rich history make it a must-visit destination for those exploring the coastal wonders of Orkney.

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Little Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.049939/-2.8224836 or Grid Reference HY5218. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shapinsay: postbox № KW17 57 A standard lamp box dating from post-1994, mounted on an unusually short metal pole. Serving the northern part of the island, it is one of four postboxes on Shapinsay.

Shapinsay: postbox № KW17 57

A standard lamp box dating from post-1994, mounted on an unusually short metal pole. Serving the northern part of the island, it is one of four postboxes on Shapinsay.

Shapinsay: red phone box on the B9058 The phone box stands alongside the road but far enough onto someone&#039;s garden that it is probably the location of the former North Shapinsay post office, which existed from 1935 until closure on 30 June 1975.

Shapinsay: red phone box on the B9058

The phone box stands alongside the road but far enough onto someone's garden that it is probably the location of the former North Shapinsay post office, which existed from 1935 until closure on 30 June 1975.

Ruined Buildings The map says that these ruins are beside Venezuela Cottage.

Ruined Buildings

The map says that these ruins are beside Venezuela Cottage.

Standing Stone in Shapinsay

Standing Stone in Shapinsay

Baled Hay at North Hill Mainland Orkney in the distance.

Baled Hay at North Hill

Mainland Orkney in the distance.

Track at North Hill Looking northwest.

Track at North Hill

Looking northwest.

Fields at North Hill I think that is Mull Head on Mainland (Orkney) to the right. The white speck towards the left horizon is the lighthouse on Auskerry.

Fields at North Hill

I think that is Mull Head on Mainland (Orkney) to the right. The white speck towards the left horizon is the lighthouse on Auskerry.

Inkerman House Shapinsay looking Northward

Inkerman House Shapinsay looking Northward

Close up of Inkerman

Close up of Inkerman

Lucknow Farm Shapinsay

Lucknow Farm Shapinsay

Lucknow Farm Shapinsay Looking southwards

Lucknow Farm Shapinsay Looking southwards

Collapsed Building - coastal erosion This was at one time a substantial small holding. Now vanishing after many years of coastal erosion.

Collapsed Building - coastal erosion

This was at one time a substantial small holding. Now vanishing after many years of coastal erosion.

Strand separating sea and loch Naturally occurring &#039;Strand&#039; between Veantrow Bay on the left and Lairo Water on the right.

Strand separating sea and loch

Naturally occurring 'Strand' between Veantrow Bay on the left and Lairo Water on the right.

Lochend Area from Ventro Bay, Shapinsay

Lochend Area from Ventro Bay, Shapinsay

Proper Red GPO Phonebox You wait all day for something red to photo, then two come at once!

Proper Red GPO Phonebox

You wait all day for something red to photo, then two come at once!

Downhill to Girnigoe Vertically challenged signpost.

Downhill to Girnigoe

Vertically challenged signpost.

Looking towards the crossroads The buildings beyond the junction are the old schoolhouse.

Looking towards the crossroads

The buildings beyond the junction are the old schoolhouse.

Old faithful A bit of choke and this would start.

Old faithful

A bit of choke and this would start.

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Little Geo is located at Grid Ref: HY5218 (Lat: 59.049939, Lng: -2.8224836)

Unitary Authority: Orkney Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///backup.puddings.along. Near Balfour, Orkney Islands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 59.049939,-2.8224836

Linton Chapel

Historic: ruins

Wikidata: Q6554900

Wikipedia: en:Linton Chapel

Lat/Long: 59.0522646/-2.8195659

Marker: cable

Lat/Long: 59.0456016/-2.824232

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 59.0539431/-2.8245136

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 59.0529376/-2.8254578

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 59.0517127/-2.824401

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 59.0462321/-2.8272629

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 59.0479703/-2.8301382

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 59.0476282/-2.8287435

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 59.0472667/-2.827405

Kirkhill farmstead (remains)

Historic: archaeological_site

Lat/Long: 59.0526499/-2.8211094

Linton Chapel burial ground

Historic: archaeological_site

Lat/Long: 59.0521372/-2.821563

Bay of Crook

Natural: bay

Lat/Long: 59.0465039/-2.8213191

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