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Stackan Longa

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Stackan Longa

Rams Ness The south-western tip of Lambhoga.
Rams Ness Credit: Mike Pennington

Stackan Longa is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. It is specifically situated on the eastern coast of the mainland, near the town of Lerwick. Stackan Longa is a headland, also referred to as a point, that juts out into the North Sea, offering breathtaking views and unique geological formations.

The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise dramatically from the water, reaching heights of around 50 meters. These steep cliffs are composed of layers of sedimentary rock, showcasing a range of colors, including shades of red, brown, and gray. Over time, erosion has sculpted the cliffs, creating caves, sea stacks, and arches that add to the natural beauty of the area.

One of the most notable features of Stackan Longa is its sea stack, a tall isolated rock formation that stands just off the headland. This sea stack, known as The Needle, is an iconic landmark of the Shetland Islands and is a popular spot for birdwatching, as it provides a nesting site for seabirds such as fulmars and puffins.

Visitors to Stackan Longa can enjoy stunning coastal walks along the headland, taking in the panoramic views of the North Sea and the surrounding rugged coastline. The area is also a haven for wildlife, with seals often spotted in the waters below and various seabird species soaring above.

In summary, Stackan Longa is a captivating headland on the eastern coast of the Shetland Islands. Its towering cliffs, unique rock formations, and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a glimpse of Scotland's stunning coastal landscapes.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.576391/-0.91071761 or Grid Reference HU5988. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rams Ness The south-western tip of Lambhoga.
Rams Ness
The south-western tip of Lambhoga.
Rams Ness, Fetlar
Rams Ness, Fetlar
Outer Dale, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Outer Dale, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Horn of Ramsness, Fetlar
Horn of Ramsness, Fetlar
Looking north from path up to Lamb Hoga There is a very good track from the car park beside Fetlar Kirk up onto Lamb Hoga with views to Out Skerries, Bressay and across the whole of Fetlar. I had assumed that Lamb Hoga would be pronounced as written but oh no, it's pronounced as a single word "Lahmuga" with the stress on the first sylable "Lahm".
Looking north from path up to Lamb Hoga
There is a very good track from the car park beside Fetlar Kirk up onto Lamb Hoga with views to Out Skerries, Bressay and across the whole of Fetlar. I had assumed that Lamb Hoga would be pronounced as written but oh no, it's pronounced as a single word "Lahmuga" with the stress on the first sylable "Lahm".
The Peat Road The bogs of Lamb Hoga provided Fetlar with high quality fuel. Every year, islanders would move to the peninsula to cast and dry peats. The fuel was then taken off via this road or by boat across to Aith for the eastern side of the island. The beach at Tresta is in the background along with Vord Hill.
The Peat Road
The bogs of Lamb Hoga provided Fetlar with high quality fuel. Every year, islanders would move to the peninsula to cast and dry peats. The fuel was then taken off via this road or by boat across to Aith for the eastern side of the island. The beach at Tresta is in the background along with Vord Hill.
Peat Road, Lamb Hoga The route which was used to carry winter fuel off the bogs of Lamb Hoga up to the 1950s.
Peat Road, Lamb Hoga
The route which was used to carry winter fuel off the bogs of Lamb Hoga up to the 1950s.
Bog, Lamb Hoga The west side of Gillis Field which was the source of Fetlar's peat. The moorland is now home to many bonxies and they were pretty mean today.
Bog, Lamb Hoga
The west side of Gillis Field which was the source of Fetlar's peat. The moorland is now home to many bonxies and they were pretty mean today.
Bog, Lamb Hoga Above Rams Ness on the southwest corner of Fetlar. This was the source of much of the island's peat and folk moved here to peat houses for two weeks every year to gather the winter fuel. The peat houses were simple bothies.
Bog, Lamb Hoga
Above Rams Ness on the southwest corner of Fetlar. This was the source of much of the island's peat and folk moved here to peat houses for two weeks every year to gather the winter fuel. The peat houses were simple bothies.
Shore of Lamb Hoga Near Rams Ness, Fetlar.
Shore of Lamb Hoga
Near Rams Ness, Fetlar.
The Dale A shallow reentrant on the boggy Lamb Hoga plateau. There is a view over the Wick of Tresta towards Aithbank where peats cut here were once landed.
The Dale
A shallow reentrant on the boggy Lamb Hoga plateau. There is a view over the Wick of Tresta towards Aithbank where peats cut here were once landed.
The Peat Road Lamb Hoga was the source of Fetlar's peat and this was one of the ways the peat was carried to the crofts. Much of the peat was taken out by boat and landed at Airthbank.
The Peat Road
Lamb Hoga was the source of Fetlar's peat and this was one of the ways the peat was carried to the crofts. Much of the peat was taken out by boat and landed at Airthbank.
Mires of Helliersness Peat bogs on Lamb Hoga
Mires of Helliersness
Peat bogs on Lamb Hoga
Bogs, Lamb Hoga Above Rams Ness on the southwest corner of Fetlar. This was the source of much of the island's peat and folk moved here to peat houses for two weeks every year to gather the winter fuel. Peat was taken out by boat.
Bogs, Lamb Hoga
Above Rams Ness on the southwest corner of Fetlar. This was the source of much of the island's peat and folk moved here to peat houses for two weeks every year to gather the winter fuel. Peat was taken out by boat.
Bogs, Lamb Hoga The source of much of Fetlar's peat. Lamb Hoga contrasts with the centre and east of the island in being covered by blanket bog and having low soil fertility.
Bogs, Lamb Hoga
The source of much of Fetlar's peat. Lamb Hoga contrasts with the centre and east of the island in being covered by blanket bog and having low soil fertility.
Gillis Field Triangulation pillar amongst the bogs.
Gillis Field
Triangulation pillar amongst the bogs.
Gillis Field Triangulation pillar on Lamb Hoga.
Gillis Field
Triangulation pillar on Lamb Hoga.
Gillis Field The higher parts of Lamb Hoga. The peninsula was the source of Fetlar's peat.
Gillis Field
The higher parts of Lamb Hoga. The peninsula was the source of Fetlar's peat.
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Stackan Longa is located at Grid Ref: HU5988 (Lat: 60.576391, Lng: -0.91071761)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///pacemaker.troubled.trudges. Near Houbie, Shetland Islands

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