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Hamar Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

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Hamar Geo

The Queen attending a Platinum Jubilee party at Mid Yell JHS
The Queen attending a Platinum Jubilee party at Mid Yell JHS Credit: Mike Pennington

Hamar Geo is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago off the northeast coast of Scotland. It is a stunning headland that extends into the North Sea, forming a distinctive point along the rugged coastline.

The geographical formation of Hamar Geo is characterized by its steep cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea. These cliffs are composed of layers of sedimentary rock, displaying different colors and textures that add to the area's natural beauty. The headland offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the vast expanse of the North Sea and the nearby islands.

Hamar Geo is renowned for its rich biodiversity, serving as a habitat for a variety of seabird species, including puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes. The cliffs provide ideal nesting sites for these birds, and their calls and graceful flights add to the enchanting atmosphere of the area. In addition to the birdlife, the surrounding sea is also home to seals and occasionally dolphins, attracting wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike.

Visitors to Hamar Geo can enjoy coastal walks along the cliff tops, taking in the sweeping vistas and marveling at the power of the ocean crashing against the rocks below. The headland is a popular spot for outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. It also offers opportunities for geological exploration, with the exposed rock layers providing insights into the area's geological history.

Hamar Geo is a natural treasure in the Shetland Islands, offering visitors an unforgettable experience of Scotland's rugged coastal beauty and diverse wildlife.

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Hamar Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.601613/-1.0509409 or Grid Reference HU5291. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Queen attending a Platinum Jubilee party at Mid Yell JHS
The Queen attending a Platinum Jubilee party at Mid Yell JHS
Crossing the Burn of Reafirth The road between Mid Yell and Aywick.
Crossing the Burn of Reafirth
The road between Mid Yell and Aywick.
Road to Mid Yell From the north slopes of the Hill of Reafirth, on the road to Burravoe, looking north towards Mid Yell Voe.
Road to Mid Yell
From the north slopes of the Hill of Reafirth, on the road to Burravoe, looking north towards Mid Yell Voe.
Moorland north of Hill of Reafirth On the north slopes of the Hill of Reafirth, looking east. The Aywick road can just be seen and Fetlar is in the distance across Colgrave Sound.
Moorland north of Hill of Reafirth
On the north slopes of the Hill of Reafirth, looking east. The Aywick road can just be seen and Fetlar is in the distance across Colgrave Sound.
Fish farm in Wick of Vatsetter
Fish farm in Wick of Vatsetter
Entrance to the new Mid Yell Junior High School The nursery is in the foreground.
Entrance to the new Mid Yell Junior High School
The nursery is in the foreground.
Yell Leisure Centre If you're not sure where it is follow the arrow. Identical to the Unst Leisure Centre which was built at the same time.
Yell Leisure Centre
If you're not sure where it is follow the arrow. Identical to the Unst Leisure Centre which was built at the same time.
Mid Yell Public Hall
Mid Yell Public Hall
The Hilltop, Mid Yell The sign says Britain's most northerly pub, although the Baltasound Hotel may argue with that claim, while Saxa Vord Resort has licensed premises open to the public in the summer as well.
The Hilltop, Mid Yell
The sign says Britain's most northerly pub, although the Baltasound Hotel may argue with that claim, while Saxa Vord Resort has licensed premises open to the public in the summer as well.
Mid Yell Fire Station
Mid Yell Fire Station
Mid Yell: the post office The general store and post office is situated right by the pier. The post office is the one, of the five on the island of Yell, at which car tax discs can be purchased.
Mid Yell: the post office
The general store and post office is situated right by the pier. The post office is the one, of the five on the island of Yell, at which car tax discs can be purchased.
Mid Yell: postbox № ZE2 105 This large, Elizabeth II-reign postbox stands outside <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2647768">HU5190 : Mid Yell: the post office</a> and is emptied at 10:15 on weekday and Saturday mornings.
Mid Yell: postbox № ZE2 105
This large, Elizabeth II-reign postbox stands outside HU5190 : Mid Yell: the post office and is emptied at 10:15 on weekday and Saturday mornings.
Mid Yell: small sandy beach to east of pier Looking inland from the short harbour pier, with the general store/post office partly in shot on the right-hand edge.
Mid Yell: small sandy beach to east of pier
Looking inland from the short harbour pier, with the general store/post office partly in shot on the right-hand edge.
Mid Yell: the pier Looking along the small harbour pier from the landward end.
Mid Yell: the pier
Looking along the small harbour pier from the landward end.
Mid Yell: marina at Ravensgio Looking across this small marina to the north of the village, on Mid Yell Voe.
Mid Yell: marina at Ravensgio
Looking across this small marina to the north of the village, on Mid Yell Voe.
Mid Yell: the police station A small building, I guess serving the whole of the island of Yell.
Mid Yell: the police station
A small building, I guess serving the whole of the island of Yell.
Mid Yell: the Hilltop pub Britain's northernmost pub occupies the flat-roofed, beige building at the front; the more prominent white part seems to be a restaurant or similar, closed now that it is 8 in the evening.
Mid Yell: the Hilltop pub
Britain's northernmost pub occupies the flat-roofed, beige building at the front; the more prominent white part seems to be a restaurant or similar, closed now that it is 8 in the evening.
Camb: postbox № ZE2 82 A small postbox standing alongside a bus shelter, emptied at 9 o'clock on weekday and Saturday mornings.
Camb: postbox № ZE2 82
A small postbox standing alongside a bus shelter, emptied at 9 o'clock on weekday and Saturday mornings.
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Hamar Geo is located at Grid Ref: HU5291 (Lat: 60.601613, Lng: -1.0509409)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///vision.latched.operating. Near Gutcher, Shetland Islands

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