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Inner Dale

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Inner Dale

Moo Wick, Lambhoga Stony beach at the end of Lambhoga.
Moo Wick, Lambhoga Credit: Mike Pennington

Inner Dale is a prominent coastal feature located on the Shetland Islands in Scotland. Situated on the eastern coast of the mainland, it is characterized as a headland or point, jutting out into the North Sea. The name "Inner Dale" refers to the area's geographical position, nestled between the settlements of Dale and Outer Skerries.

The headland at Inner Dale is composed of rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, typical of the Shetland coastline. These cliffs rise steeply from the sea, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is known for its dramatic scenery, with towering cliffs reaching heights of up to 100 meters (330 feet) in some places.

The coastline of Inner Dale is also home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, such as fulmars, puffins, and guillemots. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and birdwatching enthusiasts.

Access to Inner Dale is limited, with no direct road or footpath leading to the headland. However, visitors can reach the area by boat or by following coastal paths from nearby settlements. The lack of development in Inner Dale has helped to preserve its natural beauty and tranquility, making it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude amidst breathtaking scenery.

Overall, Inner Dale is a captivating coastal feature on the Shetland Islands, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the rugged beauty of the Scottish coastline while enjoying the abundant wildlife and peaceful atmosphere.

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Inner Dale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.583236/-0.88593869 or Grid Reference HU6189. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moo Wick, Lambhoga Stony beach at the end of Lambhoga.
Moo Wick, Lambhoga
Stony beach at the end of Lambhoga.
Big Holm and the cliffs below Gillis Field On the east side of the Lambhoga peninsula, from the Wick of Tresta.
Big Holm and the cliffs below Gillis Field
On the east side of the Lambhoga peninsula, from the Wick of Tresta.
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
Seabirds, Hillidin, Lambhoga, Fetlar Common Guillemots (Uria aalge) and Black-legged Kittiwakes (Rissa tridactyla).
Seabirds, Hillidin, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Common Guillemots (Uria aalge) and Black-legged Kittiwakes (Rissa tridactyla).
Black-legged Kittiwakes (Rissa tridactyla), Hillidin, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Black-legged Kittiwakes (Rissa tridactyla), Hillidin, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Common Guillemots (Uria aalge), Hillidin, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Common Guillemots (Uria aalge), Hillidin, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla), Hillidin, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla), Hillidin, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Moo Wick, Lambhoga, Fetlar
Moo Wick, Lambhoga, 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.
Moorland, Lamb Hoga Drier ground than the Gillis Field plateau above. This corner of the peninsula was once farmed.
Moorland, Lamb Hoga
Drier ground than the Gillis Field plateau above. This corner of the peninsula was once farmed.
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Inner Dale is located at Grid Ref: HU6189 (Lat: 60.583236, Lng: -0.88593869)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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