Norther Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Norther Geo

Sand Voe Sand Voe is an inlet at the north of the Northmavine area of Mainland, Shetland.
This view is of the sandy / shingly beach at the southern end of the voe near to the eponymously named settlement of Sandvoe (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2713084">HU3690 : Sandvoe settlement</a>)
Sand Voe Credit: Rob Farrow

Located in the Shetland Islands, Northern Geo is a prominent coastal feature known for its dramatic cliffs, rugged terrain, and stunning views of the North Sea. Situated on the north coast of the mainland, this headland juts out into the ocean, forming a distinctive point that attracts both locals and visitors alike.

The cliffs of Northern Geo soar to impressive heights, reaching up to 100 meters in some areas. Made up of layers of sedimentary rock, these cliffs showcase a variety of colors, ranging from deep reds and browns to lighter shades of yellow and gray. The constant erosion from the powerful waves has carved out several caves and sea stacks along the coastline, adding to the area's unique charm.

The headland offers breathtaking vistas, with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the North Sea. On clear days, visitors can see as far as the distant islands of Yell and Unst, creating a sense of awe and appreciation for the natural beauty of the Shetland Islands.

Northern Geo is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, as it is home to a diverse range of seabirds and marine life. Puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and fulmars can often be spotted nesting on the cliffs, while seals and dolphins can be seen swimming in the waters below.

Access to Northern Geo is relatively easy, with a coastal footpath leading visitors along the cliff edge. However, caution is advised, as the paths can be slippery and the cliffs are unforgiving. Nonetheless, the stunning scenery and abundant wildlife make Northern Geo a must-visit destination for those exploring the Shetland Islands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.591817/-1.3085618 or Grid Reference HU3790. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sand Voe Sand Voe is an inlet at the north of the Northmavine area of Mainland, Shetland.
This view is of the sandy / shingly beach at the southern end of the voe near to the eponymously named settlement of Sandvoe (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2713084">HU3690 : Sandvoe settlement</a>)
Sand Voe
Sand Voe is an inlet at the north of the Northmavine area of Mainland, Shetland. This view is of the sandy / shingly beach at the southern end of the voe near to the eponymously named settlement of Sandvoe (see HU3690 : Sandvoe settlement)
A lost plane There was an explanation of how this plane got half way up the hill but it was so wet that I didn't read it.
A lost plane
There was an explanation of how this plane got half way up the hill but it was so wet that I didn't read it.
Traditional Haystacks Some good old fashioned haystacks at Isbister
Traditional Haystacks
Some good old fashioned haystacks at Isbister
Alpacas, Isbister, North Roe
Alpacas, Isbister, North Roe
Irisbeds, Isbister, North Roe
Irisbeds, Isbister, North Roe
Beach at the head of Sand Voe, North Roe
Beach at the head of Sand Voe, North Roe
Benigarth, beside Sand Voe, North Roe The slopes of the hill of Lanchestoo beyond. The house gained some fame as the residence of Simon King during the filming of Simon King's Shetland. It is only accessible by vehicle by driving along the beach.
Benigarth, beside Sand Voe, North Roe
The slopes of the hill of Lanchestoo beyond. The house gained some fame as the residence of Simon King during the filming of Simon King's Shetland. It is only accessible by vehicle by driving along the beach.
Benigarth, beside Sand Voe, North Roe From the beach on a low tide.
Benigarth, beside Sand Voe, North Roe
From the beach on a low tide.
East shore of Sand Voe, North Roe Looking towards Orrwick Taing.
East shore of Sand Voe, North Roe
Looking towards Orrwick Taing.
Beach at the head of Sand Voe, North Roe Not it's sandiest aspect.
Beach at the head of Sand Voe, North Roe
Not it's sandiest aspect.
Land Rover on the beach at Sand Voe, North Roe The crofter has just been to feed sheep on the far end of the beach.
Land Rover on the beach at Sand Voe, North Roe
The crofter has just been to feed sheep on the far end of the beach.
Lanchestoo Trig First top today after navigating past some Shetland Ponies with Tricky Speirs.

Name: Lanchestoo
Hill number: 4919
Height: 130m / 427ft
Area: 22: Shetland Islands
Class: Hu
Grid ref: HU 37516 91596
Summit feature: trig point: OS measurement
Drop: 113m
Col: 17m  HU371902
Lanchestoo Trig
First top today after navigating past some Shetland Ponies with Tricky Speirs. Name: Lanchestoo Hill number: 4919 Height: 130m / 427ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: Hu Grid ref: HU 37516 91596 Summit feature: trig point: OS measurement Drop: 113m Col: 17m HU371902
End Of The A970 Isbister is the end of the A970 and where we parked for our walk to Lanchestoo trig point.
End Of The A970
Isbister is the end of the A970 and where we parked for our walk to Lanchestoo trig point.
North Roe: alpacas The food tub has just been rattled and the alpacas respond as expected, making a bee-line for their owner. This is the only group of alpacas in Shetland; they have been here for four years, having been born in Hazelbury Bryan in Dorset. Some of the youngest in the picture are only a fortnight old.
North Roe: alpacas
The food tub has just been rattled and the alpacas respond as expected, making a bee-line for their owner. This is the only group of alpacas in Shetland; they have been here for four years, having been born in Hazelbury Bryan in Dorset. Some of the youngest in the picture are only a fortnight old.
North Roe The shore of North Roe on a flight from Tingwall.
North Roe
The shore of North Roe on a flight from Tingwall.
The end of the road The A970 just comes to a dead stop here at Isbister. Looking south, for the first ten or a dozen miles it is "single track with passing places", but there is so little traffic that it is hardly a problem. After that, and all the way to Sumburgh <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU4009">HU4009</a>, 80km away, it is a splendid road, upgraded (like other main routes in the Shetland Islands) when the oil money was at its peak.

It is, of course, possible to walk further north for nearly 5 kilometres, to the Point of Fethaland (though I did not have time to do this). Only two inhabited islands, Yell and Unst, get even further north and into Myriad HP.
The end of the road
The A970 just comes to a dead stop here at Isbister. Looking south, for the first ten or a dozen miles it is "single track with passing places", but there is so little traffic that it is hardly a problem. After that, and all the way to Sumburgh HU4009, 80km away, it is a splendid road, upgraded (like other main routes in the Shetland Islands) when the oil money was at its peak. It is, of course, possible to walk further north for nearly 5 kilometres, to the Point of Fethaland (though I did not have time to do this). Only two inhabited islands, Yell and Unst, get even further north and into Myriad HP.
Shetland Potez This French 'Potez' plane crash-landed at Sumburgh in 1981, and was brought here, 80km north, to its final resting place. One has to wonder why anyone would wish to do this, but also admire the tenacity that he must have shown.

There is a descriptive plaque, which is just in the next square west. I have submitted a photo - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5023488">HU3690 : The "Shetland Potez" plaque</a>. It is of poor quality (the moderator must have been feeling generous), partly but not entirely because the plaque itself is in bad condition. However I submitted it because there was no other image on site, the plaque will continue to deteriorate, and with judicious zooming you can make out most of the story behind this extraordinary scene.
Shetland Potez
This French 'Potez' plane crash-landed at Sumburgh in 1981, and was brought here, 80km north, to its final resting place. One has to wonder why anyone would wish to do this, but also admire the tenacity that he must have shown. There is a descriptive plaque, which is just in the next square west. I have submitted a photo - see HU3690 : The "Shetland Potez" plaque. It is of poor quality (the moderator must have been feeling generous), partly but not entirely because the plaque itself is in bad condition. However I submitted it because there was no other image on site, the plaque will continue to deteriorate, and with judicious zooming you can make out most of the story behind this extraordinary scene.
The "Shetland Potez" plaque The "Shetland Potez" is a French plane which crash-landed at Sumburgh in 1981. The plane itself is in the next square east - see, for example, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2076935">HU3790 : 'Plane Daft</a> or <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5023480">HU3790 : Shetland Potez</a>.

This is not a very clear photo, but I submitted it as there is nothing better on site, and the plaque itself is deteriorating. I think that, if you zoom in, most of the text can be read, though possibly with difficulty.

Above the plaque is a sign which reads "Land's End 747 miles". Well, Land's End is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SW3425">SW3425</a>, and I make it 748 miles. But these things depend on your exact basis of calculation, and 747 is close enough - to say nothing of being a number with much more resonance to aircraft fans!
The "Shetland Potez" plaque
The "Shetland Potez" is a French plane which crash-landed at Sumburgh in 1981. The plane itself is in the next square east - see, for example, HU3790 : 'Plane Daft or HU3790 : Shetland Potez. This is not a very clear photo, but I submitted it as there is nothing better on site, and the plaque itself is deteriorating. I think that, if you zoom in, most of the text can be read, though possibly with difficulty. Above the plaque is a sign which reads "Land's End 747 miles". Well, Land's End is in SW3425, and I make it 748 miles. But these things depend on your exact basis of calculation, and 747 is close enough - to say nothing of being a number with much more resonance to aircraft fans!
Show me another place!

Norther Geo is located at Grid Ref: HU3790 (Lat: 60.591817, Lng: -1.3085618)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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