Djubi Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Djubi Geo

Papa Stour and Foula Taken on the B9078 between Burnside and Eshaness, Shetland, I am looking out towards the islands of Papa Stour (left of shot) and Foula beyond. — Papa Stour and Foula Credit: Carroll Pierce

Djubi Geo is a prominent coastal feature located in Shetland, Scotland. This geographical formation is classified as a headland or a point, as it extends out into the sea, separating two adjacent bays. Djubi Geo is positioned on the west coast of Shetland, near the village of Walls.

The headland is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with towering cliffs that reach heights of up to 100 meters. The cliffs are composed of ancient rock formations, displaying layers of sedimentary rocks that have been shaped over millions of years by natural processes such as erosion and weathering.

Djubi Geo offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and the North Atlantic Ocean. Visitors can witness the powerful crashing of waves against the cliffs and observe various species of seabirds that inhabit the area, including puffins, gannets, and fulmars. The headland also provides an excellent vantage point for spotting marine mammals such as seals and dolphins.

Access to Djubi Geo is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading to the headland from the nearby village of Walls. The path offers a scenic walk along the coastline, passing through heather-covered moorland and grassy banks. It is important to note that caution should be exercised when exploring Djubi Geo, as the cliffs can be dangerous, and visitors are advised to stay on designated paths and avoid venturing too close to the edge.

Djubi Geo is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers, offering a unique and picturesque coastal experience in the beautiful Shetland Islands.

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Djubi Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.479102/-1.4956091 or Grid Reference HU2777. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Papa Stour and Foula

Taken on the B9078 between Burnside and Eshaness, Shetland, I am looking out towards the islands of Papa Stour (left of shot) and Foula beyond.

Carroll Pierce

The Drongs

Taken from the B9078 between Burnside and Eshaness, Shetland, I am looking across Sand Wick to the sea stacks known at The Drongs. Papa Stour can be seen in the distance.

Carroll Pierce

St Magnus Bay Hotel, Hillswick, Shetland

Built in 1900 by the North of Scotland Ferry company. Still functioning, just [in 2004], but the absentee landlord is clearly not interested in maintaining it as a hotel, which is sad.

David Medcalf

Urafirth Primary School, Shetland

Built around ten years ago Urafirth Primary School lies between Urafirth and Hillswick and pupils who live in the north west mainland of Shetland attend. Its nursery is also attended by pupils from as far away as Ollaberry.

John Dally

Hillswick Fire Station, Shetland

With local retained firefighters the Hillswick Fire Station is little more than a large garage, just big enough to house the small appliance based on a large van.

John Dally

Hillswick, Shetland

Large traditionally built houses at Hillswick. In the background is Findlins House and Findlins Farm.

John Dally

Hillswick, Shetland

Houses at Hillswick, the large two storey house with mansard roof is called Laarsund.

John Dally

St Magnus Bay Hotel, Hillswick, Shetland

This hotel was built as a kit in Norway, dis-assembled and transported to Hillswick where it was constructed on its present site in 1900 by the North of Scotland, Orkney & Shetland Steam Navigation Co.. Sadly it is currently closed (April 2006) although the local community wish to see it opened again. For more information on Hillswick and surrounding area visit Link

UPDATE Oct 07: this hotel is now owned by a local couple and open every day - More information can be found at the official website Link

John Dally

View over Heads of Grocken, Eshaness, Shetland

Looking out over the Heads of Grocken with 'The Drongs' the sea stacks in the distance.

John Dally

Helga water, near Hillswick, Shetland

Shetland is unlikely ever to have a hosepipe ban, there are many many lochs and plentiful rainfall. This is Helga Water near the road to Eshaness.

John Dally

Heads of Grocken

Looking across the square from above Hillswick on a stormy winter's day. The pony was very inquisitive, and didn't want to be photographed in profile!

Anne Burgess

Heads of Grocken

Small sea-stacks off the Heads of Grocken, with the Drongs in the distance.

Mike Pennington

Beach between Heads of Grocken and the Neap

Mike Pennington

Entering Eshaness

Ken Craig

Cliffs and stack

The view south from this point is spectacular. (The stack and the point to the right lie in this grid square, while the cliff to the left is in HU2775).

Rob Burke

The bay at Hillswick

Looking across the bay with the main settlement on the far shore.

Lis Burke

Conflicting signs

A waymarked stile gives access to the coast, while a "beware of the bull" sign warns of danger. We crossed through this field on a clockwise circuit of Ness of Hillswick without seeing any warning in the other direction (or a bull).

Rob Burke