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Cro Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Cro Geo

Whales Wick, Fitful Head, from the air
Whales Wick, Fitful Head, from the air Credit: Mike Pennington

Cro Geo is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago off the northeast coast of Scotland. It is a headland that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean, forming a distinctive point along the rugged coastline of Shetland.

Situated on the western coast of the main island, Cro Geo offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, creating a stunning backdrop against the crashing waves below. The cliffs are composed of rugged rock formations, with layers of sedimentary rock clearly visible.

Cro Geo is known for its rich biodiversity, with the area being home to a variety of marine and bird species. The surrounding waters provide an ideal habitat for seals, dolphins, and numerous bird species, including puffins and guillemots. This makes it a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers who flock to the area to observe the diverse range of fauna.

In addition to its natural beauty, Cro Geo also holds historical significance. The headland has remnants of ancient settlements, with archaeological sites indicating human occupation dating back thousands of years. These sites offer valuable insights into the island's past and provide a glimpse into the lives of its early inhabitants.

Overall, Cro Geo is a captivating coastal feature in the Shetland Islands, offering a blend of natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical significance. Whether it's exploring the rugged cliffs, observing marine life, or delving into ancient history, visitors to Cro Geo are sure to be enthralled by its unique charm.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 59.887041/-1.3553752 or Grid Reference HU3611. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Whales Wick, Fitful Head, from the air
Whales Wick, Fitful Head, from the air
Bay of Quendale from the air Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport. The Loch of Hillwell and, further back, the Lochs of Spiggie and Brow can be seen. In the distance some of the rest of Shetland is in sunshine, including Noss and Bressay on the right.
Bay of Quendale from the air
Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport. The Loch of Hillwell and, further back, the Lochs of Spiggie and Brow can be seen. In the distance some of the rest of Shetland is in sunshine, including Noss and Bressay on the right.
Garths Ness from the air Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport.
Garths Ness from the air
Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport.
Garth Wick from the air Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport. The Lochs of Spiggie and Brow are obvious in the distance.
Garth Wick from the air
Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport. The Lochs of Spiggie and Brow are obvious in the distance.
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air
Siggar Ness and Fitful Head from the air
Quendale Farm Opposite Quendale Mill is Quendale Farm, above which is a substantial ruined house, a Shetland haa or laird's house.
Quendale Farm
Opposite Quendale Mill is Quendale Farm, above which is a substantial ruined house, a Shetland haa or laird's house.
Quendale Mill The mill dates from the 1860s and is open to the public in summer.
Quendale Mill
The mill dates from the 1860s and is open to the public in summer.
RAF Garths Ness The abandoned remains of a radio navigation station, operational between 1961 and 1978.
RAF Garths Ness
The abandoned remains of a radio navigation station, operational between 1961 and 1978.
RAF Garths Ness The abandoned remains of a radio navigation station, operational between 1961 and 1978.
RAF Garths Ness
The abandoned remains of a radio navigation station, operational between 1961 and 1978.
Garths Ness This headland to the west of the Bay of Quendale was once the sight of a military radio navigation station but is now a lonely spot. Fair Isle can be seen on the horizon.
Garths Ness
This headland to the west of the Bay of Quendale was once the sight of a military radio navigation station but is now a lonely spot. Fair Isle can be seen on the horizon.
Garths Ness from the air From a plane about to land at Sumburgh Airport.
Garths Ness from the air
From a plane about 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 coming in to land at Sumburgh Airport.
Quendale and Hillwell from the air Taken from a plane just after take-off from Sumburgh Airport.
Quendale and Hillwell from the air
Taken from a plane just after take-off from 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
The Cart Shed, Quendale Mill The Mill was originally built in 1867 and its primary purpose was to handle the grain from the Quendale Estate and for crofters from the wider surrounding area. Most of the grinding was done in winter when there was plenty of water in the dam to drive the Mill’s machinery. The Mill ceased operations in 1948. During the time the Mill was in operation, crofters brought their Oats and Bere by horse and cart to the Mill to be processed into meal for eventual use in the production of Oatmeal and Beremeal bannocks – a staple diet for Shetlanders at the time. Once roads had been improved to allow vehicular transport, crofters from as far afield as Scalloway and Whiteness also joined the others in bringing their grain crops to the Mill for processing. Today the Mill is completely renovated and restored with help from the Shetland Amenity Trust. It has been operated by The South Mainland Community History Group as a visitor attraction since 1993. It is a Category A listed building (LB5417 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB5417" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB5417">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> Historic Environment Scotland). http:<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.quendalemill.co.uk/history.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.quendalemill.co.uk/history.html">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> Quendale Mill website
The Cart Shed, Quendale Mill
The Mill was originally built in 1867 and its primary purpose was to handle the grain from the Quendale Estate and for crofters from the wider surrounding area. Most of the grinding was done in winter when there was plenty of water in the dam to drive the Mill’s machinery. The Mill ceased operations in 1948. During the time the Mill was in operation, crofters brought their Oats and Bere by horse and cart to the Mill to be processed into meal for eventual use in the production of Oatmeal and Beremeal bannocks – a staple diet for Shetlanders at the time. Once roads had been improved to allow vehicular transport, crofters from as far afield as Scalloway and Whiteness also joined the others in bringing their grain crops to the Mill for processing. Today the Mill is completely renovated and restored with help from the Shetland Amenity Trust. It has been operated by The South Mainland Community History Group as a visitor attraction since 1993. It is a Category A listed building (LB5417 LinkExternal link Historic Environment Scotland). http:LinkExternal link Quendale Mill website
Water Wheel, Quendale Mill The Mill was originally built in 1867 and its primary purpose was to handle the grain from the Quendale Estate and for crofters from the wider surrounding area. Most of the grinding was done in winter when there was plenty of water in the dam to drive the Mill’s machinery. The Mill ceased operations in 1948. During the time the Mill was in operation, crofters brought their Oats and Bere by horse and cart to the Mill to be processed into meal for eventual use in the production of Oatmeal and Beremeal bannocks – a staple diet for Shetlanders at the time. Once roads had been improved to allow vehicular transport, crofters from as far afield as Scalloway and Whiteness also joined the others in bringing their grain crops to the Mill for processing. Today the Mill is completely renovated and restored with help from the Shetland Amenity Trust. It has been operated by The South Mainland Community History Group as a visitor attraction since 1993. It is a Category A listed building (LB5417 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB5417" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB5417">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> Historic Environment Scotland). http:<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.quendalemill.co.uk/history.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.quendalemill.co.uk/history.html">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> Quendale Mill website
Water Wheel, Quendale Mill
The Mill was originally built in 1867 and its primary purpose was to handle the grain from the Quendale Estate and for crofters from the wider surrounding area. Most of the grinding was done in winter when there was plenty of water in the dam to drive the Mill’s machinery. The Mill ceased operations in 1948. During the time the Mill was in operation, crofters brought their Oats and Bere by horse and cart to the Mill to be processed into meal for eventual use in the production of Oatmeal and Beremeal bannocks – a staple diet for Shetlanders at the time. Once roads had been improved to allow vehicular transport, crofters from as far afield as Scalloway and Whiteness also joined the others in bringing their grain crops to the Mill for processing. Today the Mill is completely renovated and restored with help from the Shetland Amenity Trust. It has been operated by The South Mainland Community History Group as a visitor attraction since 1993. It is a Category A listed building (LB5417 LinkExternal link Historic Environment Scotland). http:LinkExternal link Quendale Mill website
Quendale Mill, Track to the Dam The Mill was originally built in 1867 and its primary purpose was to handle the grain from the Quendale Estate and for crofters from the wider surrounding area. Most of the grinding was done in winter when there was plenty of water in the dam to drive the Mill’s machinery. The Mill ceased operations in 1948. During the time the Mill was in operation, crofters brought their Oats and Bere by horse and cart to the Mill to be processed into meal for eventual use in the production of Oatmeal and Beremeal bannocks – a staple diet for Shetlanders at the time. Once roads had been improved to allow vehicular transport, crofters from as far afield as Scalloway and Whiteness also joined the others in bringing their grain crops to the Mill for processing. Today the Mill is completely renovated and restored with help from the Shetland Amenity Trust. It has been operated by The South Mainland Community History Group as a visitor attraction since 1993. It is a Category A listed building (LB5417 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB5417" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB5417">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> Historic Environment Scotland). http:<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.quendalemill.co.uk/history.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.quendalemill.co.uk/history.html">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> Quendale Mill website
Quendale Mill, Track to the Dam
The Mill was originally built in 1867 and its primary purpose was to handle the grain from the Quendale Estate and for crofters from the wider surrounding area. Most of the grinding was done in winter when there was plenty of water in the dam to drive the Mill’s machinery. The Mill ceased operations in 1948. During the time the Mill was in operation, crofters brought their Oats and Bere by horse and cart to the Mill to be processed into meal for eventual use in the production of Oatmeal and Beremeal bannocks – a staple diet for Shetlanders at the time. Once roads had been improved to allow vehicular transport, crofters from as far afield as Scalloway and Whiteness also joined the others in bringing their grain crops to the Mill for processing. Today the Mill is completely renovated and restored with help from the Shetland Amenity Trust. It has been operated by The South Mainland Community History Group as a visitor attraction since 1993. It is a Category A listed building (LB5417 LinkExternal link Historic Environment Scotland). http:LinkExternal link Quendale Mill website
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Cro Geo is located at Grid Ref: HU3611 (Lat: 59.887041, Lng: -1.3553752)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///overlooks.compiled.students. Near Sumburgh, Shetland Islands

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