Score

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Score

Mavis Grind This is the narrowest land in the British Isles. The inlet on the right is an arm of the Atlantic Ocean; and on the left is Sullom Voe, which is an inlet of the North Sea. — Mavis Grind Credit: Anne Burgess

Score is a coastal feature located on the northern coast of Shetland, Scotland. It is known for its rugged and dramatic cliffs that rise up from the North Sea, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The cliffs are made up of layers of sedimentary rock, giving them a distinctive striated appearance.

The area around Score is rich in wildlife, with seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, and razorbills nesting on the cliffs. Visitors to Score can often spot seals and even whales in the waters below.

The headland at Score juts out into the sea, providing a natural vantage point for watching the waves crash against the rocks. The point at Score offers a great spot for fishing or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Score is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, with several walking trails that offer panoramic views of the coastline. The rugged beauty of Score makes it a must-see for anyone visiting Shetland.

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Score Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.410724/-1.4211843 or Grid Reference HU3169. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mavis Grind

This is the narrowest land in the British Isles. The inlet on the right is an arm of the Atlantic Ocean; and on the left is Sullom Voe, which is an inlet of the North Sea.

Anne Burgess

Virdins Quarry

A large roadmetal quarry, with many veins of red granite cutting the surrounding grey diorite.

Anne Burgess

Egilsay

From the head of Mangaster Voe.

Mike Pennington

Lochs and a lumpy landscape, near Islesburgh

This area is fascinating for the series of small lochs (lochans) some forming a circle. Many are connected one to the next by small burns. The landscape itself is largely devoid of human settlement, and even of sheep. Yet in its barren-ness, it is very beautiful.

Ruth Sharville

Head of Mangaster Voe from Isleburgh

Ken Craig

Pier at the head of Mangaster Voe

Mike Pennington

Hurda Field

Bagged with Tricky Speirs. Name: Hurda Field Hill number: 103869 Height: 119m / 390ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: 1 Grid ref: HU340696 (est) Drop: 67m Col: 52m

Rude Health

Mangaster Voe

David Purchase

The old road

Single track remains of the A970 road

Mat Tuck

Mangaster Voe

Robert Eva

Pastures and ruins

South east of Mangaster. Mangaster Voe in the foreground.

Russel Wills

Homestead on promontory

Overlooking Mangaster Voe. Too Brekk is hill beyond on the left.

Russel Wills

Burn of Mangaster

Heads towards Mangaster Voe through rough grazing. Better pasture on the right..

Russel Wills

Sheep and cattle grazing

East of Mangaster. Mangaster Voe on the left.

Russel Wills

Loch of Haggrister

David Dixon

A970 near Mangaster

The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. Link

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