Millsie Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Millsie Geo

Skaw Taing, Whalsay Out Skerries in the distance. — Skaw Taing, Whalsay Credit: Mike Pennington

Millsie Geo is a prominent coastal feature located on the Shetland Islands in Scotland. It is classified as a headland, also known as a point, and is situated on the western coastline of the island.

Millsie Geo is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea below. The headland offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastline and the vast Atlantic Ocean. It is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and hikers who are attracted to its natural beauty and unique geological formations.

The area surrounding Millsie Geo is rich in biodiversity, with an abundance of bird species such as puffins, guillemots, and fulmars nesting in the cliffs. Seals can also be spotted basking on the rocks, while occasional sightings of whales and dolphins are not uncommon in the surrounding waters.

Access to Millsie Geo is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading visitors to the headland. However, caution is advised when approaching the cliff edges due to their steep and potentially dangerous nature.

In addition to its natural beauty, Millsie Geo also holds historical significance. The headland is believed to have been used by Vikings as a lookout point during their time on the Shetland Islands, adding to its allure for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Millsie Geo is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the raw, untamed beauty of the Shetland Islands. Its stunning vistas, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring this remote corner of Scotland.

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Millsie Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.379481/-0.90888114 or Grid Reference HU6066. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Skaw Taing, Whalsay

Out Skerries in the distance.

Mike Pennington

Nacka Skerry, off Skaw, Whalsay

Mike Pennington

Millsie Geo, Skaw, Whalsay

Mike Pennington

Nacka Skerry from Skaw, Whalsay

Mike Pennington

Cairn at Skaw Taing, Whalsay

Out Skerries in the background.

Mike Pennington

Outermost green on the Skaw golf course, Whalsay

Noss and Bressay on the horizon.

Mike Pennington

Cairn and golf green at Skaw Taing, Whalsay

Mike Pennington

Outer Holm of Skaw, Whalsay

In the distance, Fetlar on the left and Muckle Skerry on the right.

Mike Pennington

Easter Netlar, Skaw, Whalsay

The pole marks the point where the sub-sea electricity cable leaves for Out Skerries.

Mike Pennington

View across Easter Netlar to Sponger Point and Inner Holm of Skaw

Mike Pennington

Planticrubs near the Sea

Old enclosures for vegetable cultivation.

Des Blenkinsopp

Golf by the Sea

The golf ball loss on this course must be considerable. Just walking around the edge we were finding balls all over the place in streams and rock pools. That's not counting the ones that have sunk in a bog or are rolling around on the sea bed. This is the northernmost point of Whalsay, with the Inner Holm of Skaw beyond.

Des Blenkinsopp

Small Stream at Pundsi Geo

Another water hazard for the golfers on Whalsay Golf Course, this rivulet drains a small pond right out on the headland. It's a tiny catchment, can't be more than a few hundred square metres, but it's flowing nicely.

Des Blenkinsopp