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Dale of Ure

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

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Dale of Ure

Grind of Navir During big storms, the sea can throw rocks into this area. There is a ring of large rocks inland surrounding the pool.
Grind of Navir Credit: Stephen Darlington

Dale of Ure is a prominent headland located on the coast of Shetland, an archipelago in Scotland. It is situated at the southern end of the Shetland Mainland, the largest island in the group. This coastal feature stands out due to its rugged cliffs and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding North Sea.

The headland is characterized by its steep slopes, which are composed of sandstone and shale formations. These geological features contribute to the natural beauty of Dale of Ure, attracting visitors and nature enthusiasts from all over the world.

At the tip of the headland, there is a small and picturesque point that extends into the sea. This point offers a vantage point for observing marine wildlife, such as seals, dolphins, and various seabirds. It is also a popular spot for fishing, as the currents around Dale of Ure attract a diverse range of fish species.

The headland itself is covered in lush vegetation, including grasses, heather, and wildflowers, which add vibrant colors to the landscape. The area is known for its rich biodiversity, with numerous species of plants and animals that have adapted to the challenging coastal environment.

Dale of Ure is a place of historical significance as well. It has been inhabited since ancient times, and archaeological sites nearby indicate human presence dating back thousands of years. The headland is also associated with folklore and legends, adding to its cultural and historical importance.

Overall, Dale of Ure offers a unique and captivating coastal experience, combining stunning natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and a touch of history.

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Dale of Ure Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.505528/-1.587761 or Grid Reference HU2280. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grind of Navir During big storms, the sea can throw rocks into this area. There is a ring of large rocks inland surrounding the pool.
Grind of Navir
During big storms, the sea can throw rocks into this area. There is a ring of large rocks inland surrounding the pool.
Country near Hamnavoe In the distance, Muckle Ossa, 56m in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU2185">HU2185</a>, is very prominent.
Country near Hamnavoe
In the distance, Muckle Ossa, 56m in HU2185, is very prominent.
One of the Giants' stones at Hamnavoe I don't wish to be unkind, but it seems to me that these must have been rather small giants.
One of the Giants' stones at Hamnavoe
I don't wish to be unkind, but it seems to me that these must have been rather small giants.
Fence and thrift at Loch of Stow
Fence and thrift at Loch of Stow
Gruna Stack At The Grind of the Navir, Shetland
Gruna Stack
At The Grind of the Navir, Shetland
A carpet of blue Scilla verna, commonly known as spring squill, carpets the turf close to the cliff tops.
A carpet of blue
Scilla verna, commonly known as spring squill, carpets the turf close to the cliff tops.
Eshaness: the post office This small bungalow, Urafirth, is the home of the postmistress and is thus home to the post office, open for two hours each on Monday and Saturday mornings and another two on Thursday afternoons. The office does not have a familiar glass screen but is simply a desk in one of the rooms.
Eshaness: the post office
This small bungalow, Urafirth, is the home of the postmistress and is thus home to the post office, open for two hours each on Monday and Saturday mornings and another two on Thursday afternoons. The office does not have a familiar glass screen but is simply a desk in one of the rooms.
Gruna Stack, Eshaness
Gruna Stack, Eshaness
Pile of stones at Grind of the Navir This impressive pile of stones, most more than a metre across, has been deposited here by the sea, cast up many metres from the sea through the Grind o' Navir. After a stormy winter, this is a larger than usual pile of stones, resembling a collapsed building.
Pile of stones at Grind of the Navir
This impressive pile of stones, most more than a metre across, has been deposited here by the sea, cast up many metres from the sea through the Grind o' Navir. After a stormy winter, this is a larger than usual pile of stones, resembling a collapsed building.
Skerry at Grind of the Navir
Skerry at Grind of the Navir
Grind of the Navir The rocks in the foreground have been thrown up by the sea through the gap in the background.
Grind of the Navir
The rocks in the foreground have been thrown up by the sea through the gap in the background.
Rocks at Grind of the Navir Part of the huge pile of rocks, many of which have accumulated over the last winter.
Rocks at Grind of the Navir
Part of the huge pile of rocks, many of which have accumulated over the last winter.
The Grind of the Navir The gap (grind or gate) in the coastline through which storms throw huge boulders during winter storms.
The Grind of the Navir
The gap (grind or gate) in the coastline through which storms throw huge boulders during winter storms.
Rocks at Grind of the Navir From the Grind looking inland. Many of the rocks are a metre or more across and some are as much as 100m from the sea. All have been deposited there by the sea.
Rocks at Grind of the Navir
From the Grind looking inland. Many of the rocks are a metre or more across and some are as much as 100m from the sea. All have been deposited there by the sea.
Grind of the Navir The 'gate' in the coastline.
Grind of the Navir
The 'gate' in the coastline.
Rock at Grind of the Navir The large pale rock has been thrown ashore by one of the storms of the previous winter. The huge dent was probably caused by it hitting the rock to the left (a small pale patch can still be seen at the presumed impact point). There is a 50 p coin on the pale rock for scale.
Rock at Grind of the Navir
The large pale rock has been thrown ashore by one of the storms of the previous winter. The huge dent was probably caused by it hitting the rock to the left (a small pale patch can still be seen at the presumed impact point). There is a 50 p coin on the pale rock for scale.
Johnnie Notions' cottage This cottage is now a Shetland camping Böd. In this remote corner of Shetland Johnnie Notions discovered a vaccination against Smallpox. For more see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.baysights.com/shetlandbooks/shetdocs/storyarch.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.baysights.com/shetlandbooks/shetdocs/storyarch.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Johnnie Notions' cottage
This cottage is now a Shetland camping Böd. In this remote corner of Shetland Johnnie Notions discovered a vaccination against Smallpox. For more see: LinkExternal link
Hill of Ure, OS bolt and Cairn Looking ENE from the Hill of Ure with OS bolt in close foreground, cairn, and Ness of Ure. Further afield Ronas Hill dominates the view.
Hill of Ure, OS bolt and Cairn
Looking ENE from the Hill of Ure with OS bolt in close foreground, cairn, and Ness of Ure. Further afield Ronas Hill dominates the view.
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Dale of Ure is located at Grid Ref: HU2280 (Lat: 60.505528, Lng: -1.587761)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///cavalier.grudges.downward. Near Brae, Shetland Islands

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