Helliers Leog

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Helliers Leog

Waiting for the boats It might just be serendipitous but the tall, rough rock beats many pieces of sculpture. Given her position by the pier north of Collafirth and looking out to sea, "Waiting for the boats" would seem an appropriate title for this fishwife.
Waiting for the boats Credit: AlastairG

Helliers Leog is a prominent coastal feature located in the northwestern region of Shetland, Scotland. It is categorized as a headland, or a point of land that extends out into the sea, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline.

Situated along the rugged and dramatic cliffs of Shetland, Helliers Leog is known for its striking natural beauty. The headland is comprised of steep, rocky slopes that overlook the turbulent waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. The cliffs are composed of layered sedimentary rocks, displaying a variety of colors and textures that add to the area's visual appeal.

Visitors to Helliers Leog can expect to witness a diverse array of marine life, including seabirds such as puffins, razorbills, and guillemots nesting on the cliffs. The headland also provides an excellent vantage point for spotting seals and dolphins that frequent the area.

The coastal feature is accessible via a rugged path that winds its way along the cliff edge, providing adventurous hikers with an opportunity to explore the headland's unique geological formations up close. However, caution is advised as the path can be challenging and requires sturdy footwear and a good level of physical fitness.

Helliers Leog offers a truly breathtaking experience for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike, with its dramatic cliffs, diverse wildlife, and panoramic views of the surrounding coastline. Whether one is seeking a peaceful stroll along the shore or an adrenaline-fueled adventure, this coastal feature is a must-visit destination in Shetland.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Helliers Leog Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.529945/-1.3405281 or Grid Reference HU3683. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Waiting for the boats It might just be serendipitous but the tall, rough rock beats many pieces of sculpture. Given her position by the pier north of Collafirth and looking out to sea, "Waiting for the boats" would seem an appropriate title for this fishwife.
Waiting for the boats
It might just be serendipitous but the tall, rough rock beats many pieces of sculpture. Given her position by the pier north of Collafirth and looking out to sea, "Waiting for the boats" would seem an appropriate title for this fishwife.
The end of the road at Queyfirth Three tracks continue, two heading to houses.
The end of the road at Queyfirth
Three tracks continue, two heading to houses.
MV Altaire at Collafirth pier, from Queyfirth
MV Altaire at Collafirth pier, from Queyfirth
North Collafirth from Queyfirth
North Collafirth from Queyfirth
South Collafirth from Queyfirth
South Collafirth from Queyfirth
Loch of Queyfirth from Greystane It should be obvious how the adjacent house gets its name.
Loch of Queyfirth from Greystane
It should be obvious how the adjacent house gets its name.
Loch of Queyfirth from Hill of Ollaberry The loch is really an arm of the sea, with an outflow at low tide and the sea encroaching at high tide.
Loch of Queyfirth from Hill of Ollaberry
The loch is really an arm of the sea, with an outflow at low tide and the sea encroaching at high tide.
MV Altaire in Voe of the Brig She seems to be manoeuvring, perhaps to prepare for her next departure?
MV Altaire in Voe of the Brig
She seems to be manoeuvring, perhaps to prepare for her next departure?
Housetter and Colla Firth
Housetter and Colla Firth
The Beorgs of Collafirth
The Beorgs of Collafirth
The track from Collafirth Hill Joining the A970 above Colla Firth.
The track from Collafirth Hill
Joining the A970 above Colla Firth.
The A970 at South Collafirth
The A970 at South Collafirth
North Collafirth View along the A970 at North Collafirth
North Collafirth
View along the A970 at North Collafirth
Collafirth Pier Collafirth Pier redevelopment of a new jetty and out buildings.  The area includes parking for caravans, and provides some basic facilities like a washing machine, electric shower and toilets.
Collafirth Pier
Collafirth Pier redevelopment of a new jetty and out buildings. The area includes parking for caravans, and provides some basic facilities like a washing machine, electric shower and toilets.
Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt, described as NEW OSBM BOLT LIVING ROCK 10.8M SE SIDE RD 17.7M SE C CUL (37.306m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1970).
Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt
Ordnance Survey OSBM bolt, described as NEW OSBM BOLT LIVING ROCK 10.8M SE SIDE RD 17.7M SE C CUL (37.306m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1970).
View of the A970 from the OS bolt View north of the A970 from the Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt.
View of the A970 from the OS bolt
View north of the A970 from the Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt.
MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier The Altaire is the only one of Shetland's pelagic fleet which is not based in Whalsay.
MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier
The Altaire is the only one of Shetland's pelagic fleet which is not based in Whalsay.
A970 South Collafirth
A970 South Collafirth
Show me another place!

Helliers Leog is located at Grid Ref: HU3683 (Lat: 60.529945, Lng: -1.3405281)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///profited.universally.essays. Near Toft, Shetland Islands

Related Wikis

Ollaberry

Ollaberry (Old Norse: Olafrsberg, meaning Olaf's Hill) is a village on Mainland, Shetland, Scotland on the west shore of Yell Sound, 10.9 miles (17.5 km...

Lamba, Shetland

Lamba is an uninhabited island in Yell Sound in Shetland. It lies 1.5 km (0.93 mi) north of the entrance to the Sullom Voe inlet and 1.4 kilometres (0...

Voe, Northmavine

Voe is a settlement on the Northmavine peninsula of Mainland, Shetland, Scotland. It is at the head of Ronas Voe and just off the A970 road. == Whaling... ==

Northmavine

Northmavine or Northmaven (Old Norse: Norðan Mæfeið, meaning ‘the land north of the Mavis Grind’) is a peninsula in northwest Mainland Shetland in Scotland...

Little Holm, Yell Sound

Little Holm is a small island in Yell Sound, in Shetland, Scotland. It lies between Northmavine and the island of Yell. There is a lighthouse here. In...

Little Roe

Little Roe is an island in Yell Sound in the Shetland Islands == History == The island's name is Norse in origin, from Rauðey Litla, meaning "small red...

Eela Water

Eela Water is a freshwater loch (lake) in Northmavine, part of the mainland of Shetland in Scotland. Besides being a freshwater fishing location, the site...

Ronas Hill

Ronas Hill (or Rönies Hill) is a hill in Shetland, Scotland. It is classed as a Marilyn, and is the highest point in the Shetland Islands at an elevation...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 60.529945,-1.3405281
Hoo Field
Corbett: no
Ele: 110
Graham: no
Marilyn: no
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 60.5265557/-1.3422239
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Helliers Leog?

Leave your review of Helliers Leog below (or comments, questions and feedback).