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Arvi Taing

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

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Arvi Taing

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

Arvi Taing is a prominent coastal feature located on the Shetland Islands, which are part of Scotland. It is classified as a headland or point, jutting out into the North Sea. Arvi Taing is situated on the eastern coast of the mainland Shetland, specifically on the peninsula of Nesting.

The geographical coordinates of Arvi Taing are approximately 60.206°N latitude and 1.112°W longitude. It is surrounded by rugged cliffs and is known for its stunning natural beauty and dramatic landscape. The headland is characterized by steep slopes that descend into the sea, providing breathtaking views of the coastline.

Arvi Taing is also known for its rich wildlife and bird populations. Visitors and nature enthusiasts can often spot various seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and fulmars, nesting on the cliffs. The headland is also home to a diverse range of plant species that thrive in the coastal environment.

The area surrounding Arvi Taing offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching. The headland is easily accessible by road, and there are designated paths and viewpoints for visitors to enjoy the scenery safely.

In summary, Arvi Taing is a notable coastal feature in the Shetland Islands, specifically located on the Nesting peninsula. It is a picturesque headland with steep cliffs, offering stunning views of the North Sea. The area is famous for its abundant wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.537049/-1.3264054 or Grid Reference HU3783. 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.
MV Altaire at Collafirth pier, from Queyfirth
MV Altaire at Collafirth pier, from Queyfirth
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?
Loch of Housetter The road on the right is, believe it or not, the main A970 on Shetland Mainland. To be fair, this far north it is not exactly busy.
Loch of Housetter
The road on the right is, believe it or not, the main A970 on Shetland Mainland. To be fair, this far north it is not exactly busy.
Housetter and Colla Firth
Housetter and Colla Firth
The track from Collafirth Hill Joining the A970 above Colla Firth.
The track from Collafirth Hill
Joining the A970 above Colla Firth.
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.
Colla Firth Looking across Colla Firth, which is just under 1km across so both sides are in the square, to Ness of Queyfirth.
Colla Firth
Looking across Colla Firth, which is just under 1km across so both sides are in the square, to Ness of Queyfirth.
Giant's Grave, Beorgs of Housetter Two large standing stones together with a third recumbent orthostat may be the remains of a facade for a small prehistoric cairn. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=6279" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.megalithic.co.uk/article.php?sid=6279">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>
Giant's Grave, Beorgs of Housetter
Two large standing stones together with a third recumbent orthostat may be the remains of a facade for a small prehistoric cairn. LinkExternal link
Trowie Knowe chambered cairn A Neolithic heel shaped chambered cairn with an irregular chamber (Scale 1m). <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/834/trowie-knowe-beorgs-of-housetter" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/834/trowie-knowe-beorgs-of-housetter">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>
Trowie Knowe chambered cairn
A Neolithic heel shaped chambered cairn with an irregular chamber (Scale 1m). LinkExternal link
MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier
MV Altaire at Collafirth Pier
Collafirth Pier, Shetland A small but sheltered pier with only a few berths for pleasure craft but also the 'home' pier for Shetland's largest pelagic supertrawler LK429 Altaire. The Altaire only berths here when tied up between fishing 'seasons'. Her main catch is of herring, mackerel and blue whiting.
Collafirth Pier, Shetland
A small but sheltered pier with only a few berths for pleasure craft but also the 'home' pier for Shetland's largest pelagic supertrawler LK429 Altaire. The Altaire only berths here when tied up between fishing 'seasons'. Her main catch is of herring, mackerel and blue whiting.
Housetter Road End The unclassified road leads from the A970 to the crofting community of Housetter.
Housetter Road End
The unclassified road leads from the A970 to the crofting community of Housetter.
Ness of Housetter A damp ewe and lamb on the headland above Colla Firth
Ness of Housetter
A damp ewe and lamb on the headland above Colla Firth
Sheep at Colla Firth A flock of inquisitive sheep in a pen above Collafirth Pier.
Sheep at Colla Firth
A flock of inquisitive sheep in a pen above Collafirth Pier.
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Arvi Taing is located at Grid Ref: HU3783 (Lat: 60.537049, Lng: -1.3264054)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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