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Biue Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Biue Geo

Ruined croft, West-a-Firth In 1867, there were 16 families (nearly 120 folk) crofting in West-a-Firth. By 1871, after the evictions by factor John Walker, there were only four folk left and the land had been converted to sheep pasture.
Ruined croft, West-a-Firth Credit: Tim Harrison

Biue Geo is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. It is specifically situated on the island of Unst, which is the northernmost inhabited island in the British Isles. Biue Geo is classified as a headland or point, characterized by its rugged and steep cliffs that extend into the North Sea.

The name "Biue Geo" is derived from the Old Norse language and translates to "blue chasm," which accurately describes the deep, dark-blue waters that fill the narrow inlet. The geo is formed by the erosive forces of the sea, which have carved out a deep gorge in the rock over thousands of years. The cliffs surrounding Biue Geo reach impressive heights, rising up to 60 meters (197 feet) above the sea level.

The location of Biue Geo is of significant historical and geological interest. The headland is known for its unique rock formations, including layers of sandstone and shale, which provide valuable insight into the geological history of the region. Additionally, the area is home to a diverse range of seabirds, such as fulmars, kittiwakes, and guillemots, which nest on the cliffs and can often be seen soaring above the chasm.

Biue Geo is a popular attraction for visitors to Unst, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline and the opportunity to witness the power of nature at work. It provides an ideal vantage point for birdwatching and photography enthusiasts, who can capture the dramatic landscape and the contrasting colors of the sea and the cliffs.

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Biue Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.729993/-1.0652705 or Grid Reference HP5105. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruined croft, West-a-Firth In 1867, there were 16 families (nearly 120 folk) crofting in West-a-Firth. By 1871, after the evictions by factor John Walker, there were only four folk left and the land had been converted to sheep pasture.
Ruined croft, West-a-Firth
In 1867, there were 16 families (nearly 120 folk) crofting in West-a-Firth. By 1871, after the evictions by factor John Walker, there were only four folk left and the land had been converted to sheep pasture.
Bligg from Thistliba These sheltered geos hold a number of seals.
Bligg from Thistliba
These sheltered geos hold a number of seals.
Stouraba from The Smeid
Stouraba from The Smeid
Red Gates at Gloup The farm here has invested in some red paint and brightened up all their gates.
Red Gates at Gloup
The farm here has invested in some red paint and brightened up all their gates.
On a wall at Gloup This is close to the Fishermen's Memorial. A load of old metal spheres on top of a wall. Are they old floats for fishing nets? The closest I've seen to this was in Italy where they were ripening pumpkins. That's not much help really.
On a wall at Gloup
This is close to the Fishermen's Memorial. A load of old metal spheres on top of a wall. Are they old floats for fishing nets? The closest I've seen to this was in Italy where they were ripening pumpkins. That's not much help really.
Fishermen's Memorial Sign The memorial is a short walk from the road. Hay cutting going on in the background.
Fishermen's Memorial Sign
The memorial is a short walk from the road. Hay cutting going on in the background.
On The Point Of Whack The Point of Whack on Gloup Ness, to be precise. This is a small promontory off the main headland, with the Geo of Whack on the left. Am I being over imaginative, or is there something sheep-like about that rock?
On The Point Of Whack
The Point of Whack on Gloup Ness, to be precise. This is a small promontory off the main headland, with the Geo of Whack on the left. Am I being over imaginative, or is there something sheep-like about that rock?
Looking at the view, Gloup Ness The name Gloup comes from Old Norse for a ravine.
Looking at the view, Gloup Ness
The name Gloup comes from Old Norse for a ravine.
Inside the Coastguard Hut This is fairly surreal. Inside the flimsy hut tied down with wires shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/792324">HP5005 : Coastguard hut</a>, you look through the salt stained windows expecting to see dead flies and old beer cans, and there's himself on the phone in his nice pullover. A fine effort from somebody in this out of the way place.
Inside the Coastguard Hut
This is fairly surreal. Inside the flimsy hut tied down with wires shown in HP5005 : Coastguard hut, you look through the salt stained windows expecting to see dead flies and old beer cans, and there's himself on the phone in his nice pullover. A fine effort from somebody in this out of the way place.
Inside the Coastguard Hut Again I was so impressed with this I've done two pictures of the same thing. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4675951">HP5005 : Inside the Coastguard Hut</a>
Inside the Coastguard Hut Again
I was so impressed with this I've done two pictures of the same thing. See also HP5005 : Inside the Coastguard Hut
A Bit of Colour at Midbrake A touch of random decorating along the road to Breckon Sands.
A Bit of Colour at Midbrake
A touch of random decorating along the road to Breckon Sands.
Parking Notice at Breckon The usual beach car park was being used by farm vehicles today, bringing in the hay crop. We were re directed into someone's back yard.
Parking Notice at Breckon
The usual beach car park was being used by farm vehicles today, bringing in the hay crop. We were re directed into someone's back yard.
A field of flowers at Breckon Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe this is Machair, where wind blown sand mixes with peat to form good pasture. That's what it was on Tiree anyway. It may be called something else here.
A field of flowers at Breckon
Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe this is Machair, where wind blown sand mixes with peat to form good pasture. That's what it was on Tiree anyway. It may be called something else here.
Gates onto the Beach All the gates on this farm have been painted this cheerful red colour. This is the Burn and Wick of Whallerie.
Gates onto the Beach
All the gates on this farm have been painted this cheerful red colour. This is the Burn and Wick of Whallerie.
Fields beside Gloup Voe View north west from the Fishermans' Memorial.
Fields beside Gloup Voe
View north west from the Fishermans' Memorial.
Cattle Grid at Gloup
Cattle Grid at Gloup
Hay at Gloup A good day for making hay while the sun shines.
Hay at Gloup
A good day for making hay while the sun shines.
More Red Gates The farm at Gloup's bright red gates add colour to an otherwise unremarkable scene.
More Red Gates
The farm at Gloup's bright red gates add colour to an otherwise unremarkable scene.
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Biue Geo is located at Grid Ref: HP5105 (Lat: 60.729993, Lng: -1.0652705)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///handsets.breathing.disbanded. Near Gutcher, Shetland Islands

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