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Red Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Red Geo

Outer Dale, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Outer Dale, Lambhoga, Fetlar Credit: Mike Pennington

Red Geo is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. It is classified as a headland and point due to its distinct geographical characteristics. Situated on the east coast of Mainland, the largest island in the Shetland archipelago, Red Geo is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and unique geological formations.

The headland is characterized by its towering cliffs that rise up to 100 meters above sea level, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the North Sea. The cliffs are composed of red sandstone, which gives Red Geo its name and adds to its striking appearance. The sandstone has been shaped by millions of years of erosion, resulting in rugged, jagged formations and deep crevices that are a haven for various seabirds.

Red Geo is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The coastal grasslands provide a habitat for a multitude of plant species, including wildflowers, mosses, and lichens. The area is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), highlighting its ecological importance and conservation value.

The headland is easily accessible to visitors, with a walking trail that leads to a viewpoint overlooking the cliffs. The trail offers an opportunity to observe the abundant birdlife, including puffins, fulmars, and kittiwakes, which nest in the cliffs during the breeding season.

Overall, Red Geo is a captivating coastal feature that combines dramatic cliffs, vibrant flora, and diverse wildlife. Its natural beauty and ecological significance make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking to explore the unique landscapes of the Shetland Islands.

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Red Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.585946/-0.89555611 or Grid Reference HU6089. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Outer Dale, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Outer Dale, Lambhoga, Fetlar
North of Hoganeap, Lambhoga, Fetlar
North of Hoganeap, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Three Geos, Hoganeap, Fetlar Although this area seems to be named Three Stacks on the OS 1:10000 map, I am informed by Andrew Leaper of Fetlar that the area in the photo is named Three Geos and that Three Stacks is further north along the coast.
Three Geos, Hoganeap, Fetlar
Although this area seems to be named Three Stacks on the OS 1:10000 map, I am informed by Andrew Leaper of Fetlar that the area in the photo is named Three Geos and that Three Stacks is further north along the coast.
South Geo of Heoganeap, Fetlar
South Geo of Heoganeap, 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.
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.
Bog, Lamb Hoga Rough going on Gillis Field. The bogs of Lamb Hoga were the source of most of Fetlar's fuel.
Bog, Lamb Hoga
Rough going on Gillis Field. The bogs of Lamb Hoga were the source of most of Fetlar's fuel.
Bog pool, Gillis Field Prime bonxie real estate on the boggy Lamb Hoga peninsula.
Bog pool, Gillis Field
Prime bonxie real estate on the boggy Lamb Hoga peninsula.
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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Red Geo is located at Grid Ref: HU6089 (Lat: 60.585946, Lng: -0.89555611)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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