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Geo of Bruntlee

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Geo of Bruntlee

The Nev, Fitful Head, from the air With a view to Ward of Scousburgh
The Nev, Fitful Head, from the air Credit: Mike Pennington

Geo of Bruntlee is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. It is classified as a headland, specifically a point, due to its narrow, elongated shape that extends into the sea. The headland is situated on the east coast of Mainland, the largest island in the Shetland archipelago.

Known for its rugged and dramatic landscape, Geo of Bruntlee offers breathtaking views of the surrounding cliffs and the North Sea. The headland is characterized by its steep and rocky shoreline, which is particularly striking during high tides when waves crash against the cliffs. The geological formations found in this area are a testament to the region's turbulent past, shaped by erosion and the forces of nature over millions of years.

A variety of seabirds, such as puffins, guillemots, and gannets, can be spotted nesting on the cliffs of Geo of Bruntlee, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Additionally, the headland is home to a diverse range of marine life, including seals, otters, and various species of fish.

Access to Geo of Bruntlee is relatively easy, with a footpath leading from the nearby village of Burra. Visitors can explore the headland on foot, taking in the stunning coastal views and observing the unique flora and fauna that thrive in this rugged environment.

Overall, Geo of Bruntlee is a picturesque and captivating headland, offering visitors a chance to experience the untamed beauty of the Shetland Islands' coastline.

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Geo of Bruntlee Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.9045/-1.3880555 or Grid Reference HU3413. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Nev, Fitful Head, from the air With a view to Ward of Scousburgh
The Nev, Fitful Head, from the air
With a view to Ward of Scousburgh
Fitful Head from the air
Fitful Head from the air
Whales Wick, Fitful Head, from the air
Whales Wick, Fitful Head, from the air
The Ords, Fitful Head
The Ords, Fitful Head
Cliffs at The Nev, north of Fitful Head
Cliffs at The Nev, north of Fitful Head
The bend in the track There is a well-graded track up to the communications masts on Fitful Head. Clearly, it is not open to the public to drive up, but it is an easy walk from Quendale. At this point, there is a sharp bend. Coming down, I certainly would not want to lose control here, or miss the turn in mist. The consequences are pretty clear! I think that the rocks just left of centre must be Swarta Skerry, in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU3415">HU3415</a>.
The bend in the track
There is a well-graded track up to the communications masts on Fitful Head. Clearly, it is not open to the public to drive up, but it is an easy walk from Quendale. At this point, there is a sharp bend. Coming down, I certainly would not want to lose control here, or miss the turn in mist. The consequences are pretty clear! I think that the rocks just left of centre must be Swarta Skerry, in HU3415.
The track from Fitful Head A well-graded track serves the communications station on Fitful Head. Clearly, it is not open to the public to drive, but it gives an easy walk. This is looking back downhill towards Quendale.
The track from Fitful Head
A well-graded track serves the communications station on Fitful Head. Clearly, it is not open to the public to drive, but it gives an easy walk. This is looking back downhill towards Quendale.
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air Taken from a plane coming in to land at Sumburgh Airport.
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air
Taken from a plane coming in to land at Sumburgh Airport.
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport. There is snow on the west Mainland of Shetland in the distance.
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air
Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport. There is snow on the west Mainland of Shetland in the distance.
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air
Fitful Head: view from a few miles east Looking out from the Northlink ferry to Aberdeen as cloud covers Fitful Head on a beautiful sunny evening.
Fitful Head: view from a few miles east
Looking out from the Northlink ferry to Aberdeen as cloud covers Fitful Head on a beautiful sunny evening.
Mystery Feature An absolute mystery when first located, but close investigation revealed its identity. It turns out to be a Protective Wall for a Target Zone on an old disused firing range (some evidence here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2622204">HU3513 : Blitzed Target Zone</a>. It faces another Target Zone (down-range) about 450 metres away; see - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2622226">HU3613 : Unmarked Feature</a>. The platform (maybe planks) on which the targets stood, is missing.
Mystery Feature
An absolute mystery when first located, but close investigation revealed its identity. It turns out to be a Protective Wall for a Target Zone on an old disused firing range (some evidence here HU3513 : Blitzed Target Zone. It faces another Target Zone (down-range) about 450 metres away; see - HU3613 : Unmarked Feature. The platform (maybe planks) on which the targets stood, is missing.
Fire Wall This is the protective wall at a Target Zone on an old disused firing range. There are no names, nor designations, on the map, nor references (that I could find) on the Internet. Looking from this protective wall, across the valley, one can see another obvious Target Zone <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2622226">HU3613 : Unmarked Feature</a> - centre and to the right of the quarry. This Fire Wall but not the Target Zone is shown on the OS map.
Fire Wall
This is the protective wall at a Target Zone on an old disused firing range. There are no names, nor designations, on the map, nor references (that I could find) on the Internet. Looking from this protective wall, across the valley, one can see another obvious Target Zone HU3613 : Unmarked Feature - centre and to the right of the quarry. This Fire Wall but not the Target Zone is shown on the OS map.
Blitzed Target Zone The front edge of the protective wall, behind which, on a raised platform I assume, targets stood. The 'blitzing' suggests that a lot of 'incoming fire' had raked the wall, as the rear edges and the protected front ones appear as sharp as new. The whole area must have been used for weapon training.
Blitzed Target Zone
The front edge of the protective wall, behind which, on a raised platform I assume, targets stood. The 'blitzing' suggests that a lot of 'incoming fire' had raked the wall, as the rear edges and the protected front ones appear as sharp as new. The whole area must have been used for weapon training.
Unmarked Feature In the field I could find no direct evidence on the OS maps for such an obvious feature (unlike the one mentioned below). A later desktop search found a small trace-mark on the larger-scale maps. It is the sheltered Target Zone on a rifle range and linked to - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2622169">HU3513 : Mystery Feature</a>.
Unmarked Feature
In the field I could find no direct evidence on the OS maps for such an obvious feature (unlike the one mentioned below). A later desktop search found a small trace-mark on the larger-scale maps. It is the sheltered Target Zone on a rifle range and linked to - HU3513 : Mystery Feature.
Claypotts A row of tiny derelict 'cells'. Reminiscent of quarrymen's barracks I have seen elsewhere. Very neat layout about five rooms, all identical.
Claypotts
A row of tiny derelict 'cells'. Reminiscent of quarrymen's barracks I have seen elsewhere. Very neat layout about five rooms, all identical.
Crooellmires A small group of ruins at the head of The Burn of Garth
Crooellmires
A small group of ruins at the head of The Burn of Garth
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Geo of Bruntlee is located at Grid Ref: HU3413 (Lat: 59.9045, Lng: -1.3880555)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///exile.handicaps.flashing. Near Sumburgh, Shetland Islands

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Located within 500m of 59.9045,-1.3880555
Fitful Head
Corbett: no
Ele: 283
Graham: no
Marilyn: yes
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Prominence: 270
Lat/Long: 59.9058125/-1.3821974
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 59.9052913/-1.3812837
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Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 59.9062031/-1.382083
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 59.9050721/-1.3801733
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 59.9048555/-1.3792184
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Man Made: survey_point
Lat/Long: 59.9055535/-1.3826624
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 59.9054702/-1.3820884
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