Silvi Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Silvi Geo

Vord Hill, the high point of Fetlar, Shetland Islands A couple of chambered cairns, but I think the nearby one is the high point: it is clearly higher than the trig point. Looking towards Burra Ness on Yell.
Vord Hill, the high point of Fetlar, Shetland Islands Credit: Michael Earnshaw

Silvi Geo is a prominent coastal feature located on the Shetland Islands, a group of islands in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is classified as a headland or point due to its distinct geographic characteristics and position along the coast.

Situated on the eastern coast of the Shetland mainland, Silvi Geo offers breathtaking views of the North Sea. It is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea, creating a stunning natural landscape. The cliffs are composed of sedimentary rock formations, displaying different layers of geological history.

The headland is known for its diverse wildlife and is a popular spot for birdwatching. Visitors can observe an array of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and kittiwakes, nesting and feeding along the cliffs. In addition to birdlife, Silvi Geo is also home to various marine species, such as seals and dolphins, which can occasionally be spotted swimming in the surrounding waters.

Access to Silvi Geo is relatively easy, with a well-maintained path leading to the headland from a nearby road. The area is well-signposted, providing information about the local flora, fauna, and geological features. The headland also offers several vantage points, allowing visitors to appreciate the panoramic views of the sea and the surrounding coastline.

Silvi Geo is not only a picturesque coastal feature but also a site of geological and ecological importance. Its unique landscape, rich biodiversity, and accessibility make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers alike.

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Silvi Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.632761/-0.86946072 or Grid Reference HU6194. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Vord Hill, the high point of Fetlar, Shetland Islands A couple of chambered cairns, but I think the nearby one is the high point: it is clearly higher than the trig point. Looking towards Burra Ness on Yell.
Vord Hill, the high point of Fetlar, Shetland Islands
A couple of chambered cairns, but I think the nearby one is the high point: it is clearly higher than the trig point. Looking towards Burra Ness on Yell.
Il Holm
Il Holm
Stack of Birrier
Stack of Birrier
Geo between Stack of Birrier and Busta Pund.The sea was a beautiful blue colour.
Geo between Stack of Birrier and Busta Pund.The sea was a beautiful blue colour.
Calf of Daaey and North East end of Daaey taken from west
Calf of Daaey and North East end of Daaey taken from west
South West corner of Daaey
South West corner of Daaey
Daaey from the  South West
Daaey from the South West
East end of Daaey
East end of Daaey
Daaey and holms From the left Ruir Holm, the Fludir, the Calf of Daaey and Daaey itself.
Daaey and holms
From the left Ruir Holm, the Fludir, the Calf of Daaey and Daaey itself.
Ruin near Russetter One of many ruins on the fertile and cleared north side of Fetlar.
Ruin near Russetter
One of many ruins on the fertile and cleared north side of Fetlar.
Vord Hill Early ferry to Fetlar with Jen, Rick and Tricky parked at school then walked to summit cairn in variable levels of mist.
Name: Vord Hill
Hill number: 1548
Height: 159m / 522ft
Area: 22: Shetland Islands
Class: Ma
Grid ref: HU 62252 93506
Summit feature: cairn 25m E of trig point
Drop: 159m
Col: Sea
Vord Hill
Early ferry to Fetlar with Jen, Rick and Tricky parked at school then walked to summit cairn in variable levels of mist. Name: Vord Hill Hill number: 1548 Height: 159m / 522ft Area: 22: Shetland Islands Class: Ma Grid ref: HU 62252 93506 Summit feature: cairn 25m E of trig point Drop: 159m Col: Sea
Longi Geo Inlet on the north side of Fetlar.
Longi Geo
Inlet on the north side of Fetlar.
The supply vessel Far Reacher sheltering beside the 'Blue Banks' of Fetlar Taken from Uyeasound.
The supply vessel Far Reacher sheltering beside the 'Blue Banks' of Fetlar
Taken from Uyeasound.
Coastline between Wester and Easter Gors Geo, Fetlar Vord Hill in the distance.
Coastline between Wester and Easter Gors Geo, Fetlar
Vord Hill in the distance.
Daaey from Stackaberg, Fetlar With a fish farm in the lee of the isle.
Daaey from Stackaberg, Fetlar
With a fish farm in the lee of the isle.
Funziegirt, south-west of Vord Hill, Fetlar An old boundary of stones.
Funziegirt, south-west of Vord Hill, Fetlar
An old boundary of stones.
Funziegirt, south-west of Vord Hill, Fetlar An old boundary, made of stones.
Funziegirt, south-west of Vord Hill, Fetlar
An old boundary, made of stones.
Funziegirt, south-west of Vord Hill, Fetlar An old boundary made of stones.
Funziegirt, south-west of Vord Hill, Fetlar
An old boundary made of stones.
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Silvi Geo is located at Grid Ref: HU6194 (Lat: 60.632761, Lng: -0.86946072)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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