Mokies Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Mokies Geo

Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh, from the air Credit: Mike Pennington

Mokies Geo is a notable coastal feature located on the Shetland Islands in Scotland. It is specifically categorized as a headland or a point, depending on the perspective of the observer. The Shetland Islands are located off the northeastern coast of mainland Scotland and are known for their rugged and picturesque landscapes.

Mokies Geo stands out due to its unique geological formation and its prominent position along the coastline. It is characterized by towering cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, creating a visually striking sight. The cliffs are composed of sedimentary rock formations, which have been shaped and eroded by the relentless power of the North Atlantic Ocean over thousands of years.

This coastal feature serves as a popular attraction for both locals and tourists due to its natural beauty and the opportunities it offers for outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding sea and coastline from the top of the cliffs. The area also provides ample opportunities for birdwatching, with various seabird species nesting on the cliffs and using the area as a resting spot during migration.

In addition to its natural appeal, Mokies Geo also holds historical significance. The rugged coastline has witnessed centuries of human activity, and remnants of ancient settlements, such as stone walls and ruins, can still be found in the area. These archaeological remains provide insights into the lives of the people who once inhabited this remote and challenging environment.

Overall, Mokies Geo is a captivating coastal feature that combines stunning natural beauty, unique geological formations, and a rich historical heritage. It offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the raw and untamed beauty of the Shetland Islands.

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Mokies Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.072315/-1.2133417 or Grid Reference HU4332. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh, from the air
Ukinsetter, Fladdabister, from the air
Ukinsetter, Fladdabister, from the air
Bay of Fladdabister from the air
Bay of Fladdabister from the air
Quarff Leog between Quarff and Fladdabister
Quarff Leog between Quarff and Fladdabister
Bay of Fladdabister Bay of Fladdabister with cargo ships passing the coastline
Bay of Fladdabister
Bay of Fladdabister with cargo ships passing the coastline
A970 Road A970 road with a lay-by formed out of the old single lane road.
A970 Road
A970 road with a lay-by formed out of the old single lane road.
Abandoned road near Fladdabister Old road no longer used near Fladdabister
Abandoned road near Fladdabister
Old road no longer used near Fladdabister
New OSBM Bolt Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt, described as: NEW OSBM BOLT ROCK 12.3M NE SIDE RD 5.1M SE C STR (67.718m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1978).
New OSBM Bolt
Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt, described as: NEW OSBM BOLT ROCK 12.3M NE SIDE RD 5.1M SE C STR (67.718m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1978).
New OSBM Bolt Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt, described as: NEW OSBM BOLT ROCK 12.3M NE SIDE RD 5.1M SE C STR (67.718m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1978).
New OSBM Bolt
Ordnance Survey benchmark bolt, described as: NEW OSBM BOLT ROCK 12.3M NE SIDE RD 5.1M SE C STR (67.718m above Lerwick datum, 2nd order, new 1978).
View towards Aithsetter View from the car park of a new farm and coffee shop which has recently opened beside the main road.
View towards Aithsetter
View from the car park of a new farm and coffee shop which has recently opened beside the main road.
View out to sea A cruise ship heads south. If it's the one that the coach party we met at Jarlshof were rushing back to catch, then it's off to the Isle of Skye.
This view is from the back window of a new farm shop that has opened here.
View out to sea
A cruise ship heads south. If it's the one that the coach party we met at Jarlshof were rushing back to catch, then it's off to the Isle of Skye. This view is from the back window of a new farm shop that has opened here.
A970 between Quarff and Fladdabister 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.

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A970 between Quarff and Fladdabister
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 near to Fladdabister 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.

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A970 near to Fladdabister
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
Parking Place and Viewpoint, A970 near to Ocraquoy 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
Parking Place and Viewpoint, A970 near to Ocraquoy
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
Old Route of the A970 near to Ocraquoy 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
Old Route of the A970 near to Ocraquoy
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
Mackenzies Farm Shop, Ocraquoy
Mackenzies Farm Shop, Ocraquoy
A970 approaching Cunningsburgh Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south west of Lerwick, about half way between there and Sumburgh Head.
A970 approaching Cunningsburgh
Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south west of Lerwick, about half way between there and Sumburgh Head.
Old Milestone by Aithsetter, Dunrossness parish, Shetland Shetland concrete by the UC road, in parish of Dunrossness (Mainland District), Aithsetter, on private property. Original GR. probably approx. HU 4331 3059 

Inscription reads:-
: G / 15 : : A970 : : L / 10 :
(To Grutness and Lerwick)

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: SH_LWSB10
Old Milestone by Aithsetter, Dunrossness parish, Shetland
Shetland concrete by the UC road, in parish of Dunrossness (Mainland District), Aithsetter, on private property. Original GR. probably approx. HU 4331 3059 Inscription reads:- : G / 15 : : A970 : : L / 10 : (To Grutness and Lerwick) Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: SH_LWSB10
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Mokies Geo is located at Grid Ref: HU4332 (Lat: 60.072315, Lng: -1.2133417)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Located within 500m of 60.072315,-1.2133417
Bay of Fladdabister
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 60.0741335/-1.2138391
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.0729178/-1.2219917
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.0723566/-1.2217838
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.0715971/-1.2214904
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