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Blo Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

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Blo Geo

Aith Ness The cliffs below Gillis Field and the Head of Lambhoga are visible in the distance.
Aith Ness Credit: Ken Craig

Blo Geo is a stunning coastal feature located in Shetland, an archipelago in Scotland. It is specifically classified as a headland and point, distinguishing it as a prominent and significant geographical formation in the region.

Situated on the west coast of Shetland's mainland, Blo Geo offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, characterized by dramatic cliffs, rugged terrain, and the vast expanse of the North Atlantic Ocean. The headland is composed of a protruding mass of rocks, jutting out into the sea, forming a distinctive formation that attracts visitors and nature enthusiasts from far and wide.

The cliffs of Blo Geo are awe-inspiring, reaching heights of up to 100 meters in places. The geological composition of the headland showcases the region's rich history, with layers of sedimentary rock revealing millions of years of natural processes. The rugged coastline is further enhanced by the constant pounding of the waves against the cliffs, which has carved various caves, arches, and sea stacks, adding to the area's charm and allure.

The headland is also renowned for its diverse wildlife. Visitors to Blo Geo can often spot seabirds nesting on the cliffs, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. Additionally, the surrounding waters are home to seals and otters, which can occasionally be seen basking on the rocks or swimming in the coastal waters.

Blo Geo is a popular destination for hikers and photographers, who are captivated by its natural beauty and picturesque surroundings. The headland offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area's rugged coastline and appreciate the stunning vistas on offer. With its breathtaking cliffs, abundant wildlife, and fascinating geological features, Blo Geo is undoubtedly a must-visit location for anyone exploring the enchanting landscape of Shetland.

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Blo Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.590966/-0.87083027 or Grid Reference HU6190. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Aith Ness The cliffs below Gillis Field and the Head of Lambhoga are visible in the distance.
Aith Ness
The cliffs below Gillis Field and the Head of Lambhoga are visible in the distance.
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.
Aith Ness from Wick of Tresta
Aith Ness from 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
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".
Fields on Aith Ness
Fields on Aith Ness
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.
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.
Fields, Aith Ness A fertile peninsula on the south side of Fetlar.
Fields, Aith Ness
A fertile peninsula on the south side of Fetlar.
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.
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.
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Blo Geo is located at Grid Ref: HU6190 (Lat: 60.590966, Lng: -0.87083027)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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