Cullivolt

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Cullivolt

Ruined crofthouse on the Ness of Ramnageo
Ruined crofthouse on the Ness of Ramnageo Credit: Mike Pennington

Cullivolt is a coastal headland located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland, United Kingdom. Situated on the eastern coast of Mainland, the largest island in the Shetland group, Cullivolt is a prominent feature known for its rugged beauty and unique geological formations.

The headland juts out into the North Sea, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the open ocean. Cullivolt is characterized by its sheer cliffs that rise to impressive heights, providing a dramatic backdrop to the crashing waves below. These cliffs are composed mainly of sedimentary rocks, including sandstone and shale, which have been shaped by thousands of years of erosion.

The area around Cullivolt is abundant in wildlife, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The cliffs provide nesting sites for various seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. Visitors can often witness these magnificent creatures diving into the sea or soaring above the waves.

Cullivolt is also known for its rich history. The headland was once home to a small settlement, and remnants of ancient structures and artifacts have been discovered in the area. It is believed that Cullivolt was an important location for fishing and trade during the Viking era.

Today, Cullivolt attracts both locals and tourists who come to appreciate its natural beauty and explore the fascinating history of the Shetland Islands. The headland offers numerous walking trails that allow visitors to explore the stunning coastal scenery while taking in the sights and sounds of this remarkable coastal feature.

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Cullivolt Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.682802/-0.83815637 or Grid Reference HP6300. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruined crofthouse on the Ness of Ramnageo
Ruined crofthouse on the Ness of Ramnageo
Ness of Ramnageo A ruined planticrub (shelter for growing crops) on the Ness; Fetlar is in the distance.
Ness of Ramnageo
A ruined planticrub (shelter for growing crops) on the Ness; Fetlar is in the distance.
Beaches on the west of the Ness of Ramnageo The ruined croft at Littlegarth can just be seen in the distance.
Beaches on the west of the Ness of Ramnageo
The ruined croft at Littlegarth can just be seen in the distance.
Coastline below Littlegarth Uyea isle is in the distance.
Coastline below Littlegarth
Uyea isle is in the distance.
Wick of Fauld Looking across the wick from Littlegarth towards Ramnageo.
Wick of Fauld
Looking across the wick from Littlegarth towards Ramnageo.
Beach on Ness of Ramnageo Looking towards Fetlar.
Beach on Ness of Ramnageo
Looking towards Fetlar.
Wick of Fauld from Ramnageo Looking towards Littlegarth.
Wick of Fauld from Ramnageo
Looking towards Littlegarth.
Landward Taing, Haaf Gruney Closest to Unst.
Landward Taing, Haaf Gruney
Closest to Unst.
Ness of Ramnageo Looking out towards Wedder Holm, with Fetlar in the distance.
Ness of Ramnageo
Looking out towards Wedder Holm, with Fetlar in the distance.
Scranklings, Ness of Ramnageo This unusual piece of coastline along the east side of the Ness of Ramnageo has the strangely appropriate-sounding name of Scranklings, according to the 1:10,000 map.
Scranklings, Ness of Ramnageo
This unusual piece of coastline along the east side of the Ness of Ramnageo has the strangely appropriate-sounding name of Scranklings, according to the 1:10,000 map.
Stubbi Geos, Ramnageo I had always assumed that at least one of these geos was the eponymous Ramnageo ('Raven's geo') but according to the map they are named Stubbi Geos.
Stubbi Geos, Ramnageo
I had always assumed that at least one of these geos was the eponymous Ramnageo ('Raven's geo') but according to the map they are named Stubbi Geos.
Wester Stubbi Geo, Ness of Ramnageo Looking south towards Fetlar, with Haaf Gruney on the left and Wedder Hom on the right.
Wester Stubbi Geo, Ness of Ramnageo
Looking south towards Fetlar, with Haaf Gruney on the left and Wedder Hom on the right.
Easter Stubbi Geo, Ness of Ramnageo The top of the cliff is in one gridsquare, but the bottom of the cliff is in the next.
Easter Stubbi Geo, Ness of Ramnageo
The top of the cliff is in one gridsquare, but the bottom of the cliff is in the next.
High seas hitting Haaf Gruney Strong easterlies hitting the island, photographed from Muness.
High seas hitting Haaf Gruney
Strong easterlies hitting the island, photographed from Muness.
Stubbi Geos, Ramnageo, Muness
Stubbi Geos, Ramnageo, Muness
Scranklings, Ness of Ramnageo, Muness
Scranklings, Ness of Ramnageo, Muness
Gorse Geos, Ness of Ramnageo, Muness
Gorse Geos, Ness of Ramnageo, Muness
MV Gripfisk passing Ness of Ramnageo, Muness The Gripfisk is a Norwegian-registered vessel, presumably a fish carrier. It is the only vessel I've seen pass through the sound between Haaf Gruney and Ness and Ramnageo.
MV Gripfisk passing Ness of Ramnageo, Muness
The Gripfisk is a Norwegian-registered vessel, presumably a fish carrier. It is the only vessel I've seen pass through the sound between Haaf Gruney and Ness and Ramnageo.
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Cullivolt is located at Grid Ref: HP6300 (Lat: 60.682802, Lng: -0.83815637)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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