Bonabrik

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Bonabrik

Baggage handling at Foula airstrip Islanders&#039; shopping from Lerwick is being offloaded whilst day visitors wait to load their bags for the return trip. — Baggage handling at Foula airstrip Credit: Lis Burke

Bonabrik is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. It is a headland or point that juts out into the North Sea, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding waters and rugged coastline.

Situated at approximately 60 degrees north latitude and 1 degree west longitude, Bonabrik is known for its dramatic cliffs that rise steeply from the sea. These cliffs are composed of ancient rock formations, providing a glimpse into the geological history of the area.

The headland is characterized by its wild and untamed beauty, with strong winds often sweeping across the exposed landscape. Vegetation on Bonabrik is sparse, primarily consisting of hardy grasses and shrubs that can withstand the harsh coastal conditions.

The area surrounding Bonabrik is a haven for various bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Visitors can spot seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, and razorbills nesting on the cliffs during the breeding season. Seals can also be spotted in the waters surrounding the headland.

Bonabrik is easily accessible by foot, with a well-maintained coastal path that leads to the point. The path offers stunning views of the coastline and an opportunity to observe the unique flora and fauna of the area.

Overall, Bonabrik is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the natural beauty and ruggedness of the Shetland Islands. Its striking cliffs, diverse wildlife, and panoramic views make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a true coastal experience.

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Bonabrik Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.110112/-2.0638062 or Grid Reference HT9636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Baggage handling at Foula airstrip

Islanders' shopping from Lerwick is being offloaded whilst day visitors wait to load their bags for the return trip.

Lis Burke

Plantiecrub on Foula

Plantiecrubs were used by crofters to keep their kale and cabbage seedlings safe from grazing by livestock. The bird in the foreground is a bonxie (great skua).

Lis Burke

Approaching Foula

Taken from the Islander plane as it came in to land, this is a view across one square of the southern promontory. The houses in the distance are at the southern end of the island road with Da Noup beyond them.

Lis Burke

The Noup, Foula

Taken from the cliffs at the end of the valley of Da Smaalie.

Mike Pennington

Severe Gale in Hellabriks Wick

The gale delayed the islanders' mail boat for a week and extended my visit to Foula. See HT9636 : Coastal View Towards Lighthouse, Foula for a similar view in better weather after the installation of the lighthouse on Da Sooth Ness.

Julian Paren

The road to Biggings 1964

This was the last stretch of the road that led south from Ham

Julian Paren

Punds 1964

The Isbister sisters were living in Punds in 1964. Their father had built the house one winter when the laird was away and against the wishes of the laird. I believe that this was the first one and a half storey house on Foula other than the home of the laird.

Julian Paren

Foula aerodrome

One of Directflight's Islanders lands at Foula from Lerwick (Tingwall). Foula means "fowl island". After St.Kilda was evacuated in 1930, Foula took over the dubious honour of being Britain's most remote inhabited island. It was the location for the film "The Edge of the World".

Chris

The Noup [Da Noup]

First hill of the day with Tricky Speirs after a flight from Tingwall. View towards a cloud covered The Sneug [Da Sneug]. Name: The Noup [Da Noup] Hill number: 1536 Height: 248m / 814ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: HT 95445 37514 Summit feature: no feature: grass Drop: 179m Col: 69m HT951380

Rude Health

Road from Biggins

Northwards from near the southern end of the Foula road.

Richard Webb

Road To Da Biggins

A lovely view on a lovely day to visit Foula.

Rude Health

Coastal View Towards Lighthouse, Foula

After passing Da Biggins we headed for the cliff line and a view down it towards the lighthouse before heading uphill towards our first Marilyn of the day, The Noup.

Rude Health

Foula Chapel

The small chapel in Foula, also known as the "Baxter Chapel", is now owned by the National Mission. Formerly it was a Congregational Church, built in the end of the 19th century. The money was given in memory of an ardent Congregationalist, Dr. William Baxter, by his two sisters. The Haldane movement led to the Congregational Church in Foula being founded in 1817, preachers by the name of Kerr and Alexander visited the isle, and among the islanders impressed by their work was Laurence Christie who became the first Congregational Minister. Their original meeting place is not recorded, but is thought to have been a building that had previously been a dwelling house, and then a school. As the congregation grew a small Chapel was built on the Ayre of Ham, which in turn, when it also became too small, was replaced by the current chapel. Despite having a significant following during the 19th Century, the Congregational Church had withdrawn from the isle by the first quarter of the 20th Century. Until 1990, when the last one left, Foula had a missionary/teacher. After a successful petition from the islanders to the General Assembly for a compensation for their loss, the National Mission pays for six trips to Foula by the minister every year.

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G-SICB Landing At Foula

Our plane for the return flight lands safely on Foula. We received a great service from Directflight for our Tingwall to Foula flight plus return, thank you.

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