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Keen Point

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Keen Point

Slyde, East Burrafirth House at the end of the road, above Aith Voe.
Slyde, East Burrafirth Credit: Mike Pennington

Keen Point is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of mainland Scotland. It is specifically situated on the mainland of Shetland, on the western side of the island of Unst.

As a headland and point, Keen Point juts out into the sea, forming a distinctive and visually striking feature along the rugged coastline. It is characterized by steep cliffs, which rise to a height of approximately 40 meters (130 feet) above sea level. The cliffs are composed of rugged rocks, displaying a variety of geological formations.

The point offers spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding seascape, providing a vantage point for observing the vast expanse of the North Atlantic Ocean. The location is known for its wild and untamed beauty, with crashing waves, sea spray, and dramatic coastal erosion creating a captivating natural spectacle.

Keen Point is also a popular spot for birdwatching, as it serves as a nesting site for various seabird species, including puffins, guillemots, and fulmars. The area is designated as a Special Protection Area due to its importance for bird conservation.

Access to Keen Point is relatively easy, with a nearby car park and a well-maintained walking trail leading visitors to the headland. The point is a significant landmark in the region, attracting locals and tourists alike who seek to experience the raw power and beauty of the Shetland coastline.

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Keen Point Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.316101/-1.3938062 or Grid Reference HU3359. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Slyde, East Burrafirth House at the end of the road, above Aith Voe.
Slyde, East Burrafirth
House at the end of the road, above Aith Voe.
Sign at East Burrafirth Managing habitats for biodiversity, the sign proclaims.
Sign at East Burrafirth
Managing habitats for biodiversity, the sign proclaims.
The tip of Moo Ness, Papa Little The island of Muckle Roe can be seen in the background
The tip of Moo Ness, Papa Little
The island of Muckle Roe can be seen in the background
Isles on Loch of Clousta Two small islets on the Loch of Clousta. Many of these small islets on Shetlands lochs have rich vegetation in comparison to the shores which have been intensively grazed by sheep.
Isles on Loch of Clousta
Two small islets on the Loch of Clousta. Many of these small islets on Shetlands lochs have rich vegetation in comparison to the shores which have been intensively grazed by sheep.
Hill of Braewick Bagged with Tricky Speirs. Name: Hill of Braewick Hill number: 104020 Height: 63m / 207ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: HU335577 (est) Drop: 32m Col: 31m
Hill of Braewick
Bagged with Tricky Speirs. Name: Hill of Braewick Hill number: 104020 Height: 63m / 207ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: HU335577 (est) Drop: 32m Col: 31m
Aith Ness Bagged with Tricky Speirs. Name: Aith Ness Hill number: 103976 Height: 78m / 256ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: HU327590 (est) Drop: 65m Col: 13m
Aith Ness
Bagged with Tricky Speirs. Name: Aith Ness Hill number: 103976 Height: 78m / 256ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: HU327590 (est) Drop: 65m Col: 13m
Berrgutters Summit Bagged with Tricky Speirs. Name: Berrgutters Hill number: 104017 Height: 64m / 210ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: HU317595 (est) Drop: 38m Col: 26m
Berrgutters Summit
Bagged with Tricky Speirs. Name: Berrgutters Hill number: 104017 Height: 64m / 210ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: 0 Grid ref: HU317595 (est) Drop: 38m Col: 26m
Above Aith Voe The headland central in the photograph is Selie Ness and beyond that is the uninhabited island of Papa Little.
Above Aith Voe
The headland central in the photograph is Selie Ness and beyond that is the uninhabited island of Papa Little.
Loch of Clousta, Shetland Looking south from the north shoreline of the Loch of Clousta.
Loch of Clousta, Shetland
Looking south from the north shoreline of the Loch of Clousta.
Semi-derelict Crofthouse, Aithsness, Shetland the new fences and gates show that the croft is still being worked but the crofthouse is no longer inhabited.
Semi-derelict Crofthouse, Aithsness, Shetland
the new fences and gates show that the croft is still being worked but the crofthouse is no longer inhabited.
Bight of Braewick, Shetland A small freshwater lochan behind a beach on the west side of Aith Voe.
Bight of Braewick, Shetland
A small freshwater lochan behind a beach on the west side of Aith Voe.
Aithness beach shun Small brackish shallow lochan with dangerous soft bottom.
Aithness beach shun
Small brackish shallow lochan with dangerous soft bottom.
Loch of Aithness Deep loch by Shetland standards with a max depth of 53 feet, from a bathymetrical survey completed way back in 1903 by Johnston and Marshall.
Loch of Aithness
Deep loch by Shetland standards with a max depth of 53 feet, from a bathymetrical survey completed way back in 1903 by Johnston and Marshall.
Selie Ness from the sea
Selie Ness from the sea
Green Banks, Papa Little The aptly named southern end of the uninhabited island of Papa Little.
Green Banks, Papa Little
The aptly named southern end of the uninhabited island of Papa Little.
Coastline at the entrance to the Stead of Aithsness
Coastline at the entrance to the Stead of Aithsness
Braewick, near Aith Looking across to Aithsness.
Braewick, near Aith
Looking across to Aithsness.
Aith Voe at Braewick
Aith Voe at Braewick
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Keen Point is located at Grid Ref: HU3359 (Lat: 60.316101, Lng: -1.3938062)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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