Otters Had

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Otters Had

Loch of Papil, Cullivoe
Loch of Papil, Cullivoe Credit: Mike Pennington

Otters Had is a coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago off the northeast coast of Scotland. It is specifically situated on the mainland of Shetland, near the village of Bixter. Otters Had is categorized as a headland or point, jutting out into the North Atlantic Ocean.

This coastal feature is known for its rugged and dramatic landscape, characterized by steep cliffs and rocky outcrops. The headland offers breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and coastal scenery. The area is rich in wildlife, particularly otters, which have become synonymous with the name of this coastal feature.

The name "Otters Had" is derived from the presence of otters, which are frequently spotted in the area. These playful and elusive mammals are well-adapted to the marine environment and can often be seen swimming, diving, and hunting for fish along the coastline.

Access to Otters Had is relatively easy, with a small car park located nearby, allowing visitors to park their vehicles and explore the headland on foot. There are well-maintained footpaths that lead visitors along the cliff edges, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the opportunity to spot wildlife.

Otters Had is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and hikers, who are drawn to its natural beauty and the chance to observe otters in their natural habitat. The area is also an important breeding ground for various seabird species, adding to its ecological significance.

Overall, Otters Had is a picturesque coastal feature that showcases the rugged beauty of the Shetland Islands and offers visitors the chance to experience the rich wildlife and natural wonders of this unique region.

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Otters Had Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.702369/-0.99255887 or Grid Reference HP5502. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch of Papil, Cullivoe
Loch of Papil, Cullivoe
Backhouse, Cullivoe
Backhouse, Cullivoe
Houses at Cullivoe
Houses at Cullivoe
Black-winged Pratincole (Himantopus himantopus), feeding with sheep, Papil, Cullivoe Looking rather incongruous feeding in a field and a long way from the Mediterranean.
Black-winged Pratincole (Himantopus himantopus), feeding with sheep, Papil, Cullivoe
Looking rather incongruous feeding in a field and a long way from the Mediterranean.
Ness of Cullivoe from the sea
Ness of Cullivoe from the sea
Lamba Stack, Blue Mull, from the sea
Lamba Stack, Blue Mull, from the sea
Blue Mull from the sea
Blue Mull from the sea
Cullivoe Kirk from the sea
Cullivoe Kirk from the sea
Geo south of Lamba Stack, Blue Mull
Geo south of Lamba Stack, Blue Mull
Buildings at Moarfield The white building centre shot is the Cullivoe galley shed, with Jamiesons' bus garage on the right.
Buildings at Moarfield
The white building centre shot is the Cullivoe galley shed, with Jamiesons' bus garage on the right.
Still a bit of Tarmac The old road west out of Cullivoe has a hard surface for the first km, but beyond this bend it becomes a track.
Still with a few road signs though.
Still a bit of Tarmac
The old road west out of Cullivoe has a hard surface for the first km, but beyond this bend it becomes a track. Still with a few road signs though.
Burn of Cullivoe meets the sea Low tide at Cullivoe with the burn flowing into the sheltered water of the harbour.
Burn of Cullivoe meets the sea
Low tide at Cullivoe with the burn flowing into the sheltered water of the harbour.
Sea Back and Front This is a zoom shot which seems to make the strip of land this house is on look narrower than it is.
Even so, you'd have to like the sea to live here.
Sea Back and Front
This is a zoom shot which seems to make the strip of land this house is on look narrower than it is. Even so, you'd have to like the sea to live here.
Loch of Belmont
Loch of Belmont
Loch of Belmont
Loch of Belmont
Deformed boulder by Loch of Vigga One of the more interesting boulders that were found in the vicinity.
Deformed boulder by Loch of Vigga
One of the more interesting boulders that were found in the vicinity.
Loch of Vigga A signpost saying "Access Route" led from the cemetery car park towards Loch of Vigga.
Loch of Vigga
A signpost saying "Access Route" led from the cemetery car park towards Loch of Vigga.
Loch of Snabrough The broch on the left and a ruined croft house on the right.
Loch of Snabrough
The broch on the left and a ruined croft house on the right.
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Otters Had is located at Grid Ref: HP5502 (Lat: 60.702369, Lng: -0.99255887)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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