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Boats Noost

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

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Boats Noost

Peat extraction, Virdi Field
Peat extraction, Virdi Field Credit: John Lucas

Boats Noost is a prominent coastal feature located on the Shetland Islands, specifically on the north coast of the Mainland, the largest island in the archipelago. It takes the form of a headland or point that juts out into the North Sea, offering stunning views of the surrounding rugged coastline.

The name "Boats Noost" originates from the Shetland dialect, with "noost" referring to a boat slip or a place where boats are launched or landed. This suggests that the area may have historically been used as a harbor or a safe haven for boats navigating the treacherous waters of the North Sea.

The headland itself is characterized by steep cliffs, formed by the relentless erosion of the sea over time. The cliffs are composed of various rock formations, including sandstone, shale, and granite, which provide a diverse and visually striking landscape.

Boats Noost is known for its rich biodiversity, with numerous seabirds, including puffins, gannets, and fulmars, nesting along the cliffs. The surrounding waters are also home to a variety of marine life, such as seals, whales, and dolphins, making it a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Visitors to Boats Noost can enjoy walking along the cliff edge, taking in the breathtaking views of the sea and the surrounding coastline. The headland is easily accessible by foot, with well-maintained paths leading to the site. It is advisable to take caution when exploring the cliffs, as they can be unstable and subject to erosion.

Overall, Boats Noost is a captivating coastal feature on the Shetland Islands, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, geological formations, and diverse wildlife.

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Boats Noost Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.947472/-1.2643624 or Grid Reference HU4118. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Peat extraction, Virdi Field
Peat extraction, Virdi Field
A970 near Southpunds The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A970" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A970">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> SABRE
A970 near Southpunds
The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. LinkExternal link SABRE
A970 Northwards The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A970" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A970">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> SABRE
A970 Northwards
The A970 runs for 71 miles across most of the length of the "Mainland" in the Shetland Islands. It is a good-quality single-carriageway road for most of its route. Travelling from south to north, the road begins at Grutness near Sumburgh Airport and winds around the many hills and inlets passing close to a number of small villages without going through any large ones before Lerwick. After looping around Lerwick, a short spur runs to Scalloway whilst the main route continues northwards towards Brae where it crosses the narrow isthmus of Mavis Grind. At Sandy Lochs the road splits and a four-mile spur goes through Urafirth to Hillswick. The main route continuing to the right towards its northern terminus at Isbister. This last part of the route tends to be narrower with passing places. LinkExternal link SABRE
Clumlie and Loch of Clumlie
Clumlie and Loch of Clumlie
Loch of Clumlie and Ward of Scousburgh
Loch of Clumlie and Ward of Scousburgh
Levenwick Broch Broch with associated outbuildings and later wheelhouse. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/908/levenwick" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/908/levenwick">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>
Levenwick Broch
Broch with associated outbuildings and later wheelhouse. LinkExternal link
Loch of Clumlie Looking north.
Loch of Clumlie
Looking north.
Ruined croft house and broch at Clumlie Stones from the ruined broch (on the right) were probably re-used in constructing the croft buildings
Ruined croft house and broch at Clumlie
Stones from the ruined broch (on the right) were probably re-used in constructing the croft buildings
Shetland ponies near Clothie, South Mainland The square is mainly rough grassland. The few scattered houses in it didn't seem to me more distinctive than the ponies!
Shetland ponies near Clothie, South Mainland
The square is mainly rough grassland. The few scattered houses in it didn't seem to me more distinctive than the ponies!
Peat hill, south of Levenwick Old peat-workings and mires on a hill south of Levenwick.
Peat hill, south of Levenwick
Old peat-workings and mires on a hill south of Levenwick.
Loch of Troswickness Looking to the NW
Loch of Troswickness
Looking to the NW
Fogla Taing You can see Sumburgh Head in the distance. The cliffs at Fogla Taing and some of the best sandstone climbing in Shetland.
Fogla Taing
You can see Sumburgh Head in the distance. The cliffs at Fogla Taing and some of the best sandstone climbing in Shetland.
Burn at Troswick The ruins of old mills can be seen along the burn. Further down the burn one of the mills has been restored to working order.
Burn at Troswick
The ruins of old mills can be seen along the burn. Further down the burn one of the mills has been restored to working order.
Loch of Clumlie
Loch of Clumlie
Quinni Geo, Levenwick, from the air
Quinni Geo, Levenwick, from the air
Quinni Geo, Levenwick, from the air
Quinni Geo, Levenwick, from the air
Gorgeous walk The descent from the high point of Lee Taing. On the left is the Burn of Briegeo as it exits the square to tumble into the sea. A whole series of picturesque geos resolve as one walks north along here. The ground is soft, the going easy - the day was wonderful!
Gorgeous walk
The descent from the high point of Lee Taing. On the left is the Burn of Briegeo as it exits the square to tumble into the sea. A whole series of picturesque geos resolve as one walks north along here. The ground is soft, the going easy - the day was wonderful!
Cliff-top wall This short wall is marked clearly on the larger scale map. It is a good navaid to anyone trying to get a precise location. Possibly an old stock barrier to prevent animals from venturing onto Lee Taing.
Cliff-top wall
This short wall is marked clearly on the larger scale map. It is a good navaid to anyone trying to get a precise location. Possibly an old stock barrier to prevent animals from venturing onto Lee Taing.
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Boats Noost is located at Grid Ref: HU4118 (Lat: 59.947472, Lng: -1.2643624)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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