Inner Fladdack

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Inner Fladdack

It must be somewhere tropical: Norwick Blue skies, azure seas, palm trees, exotic birds, passing cruise liners? It must be somewhere tropical? But it's actually a migrant Bee-eater on Unst in Shetland with the Faroe ferry Norrona passing in the background.
It must be somewhere tropical: Norwick Credit: Mike Pennington

Inner Fladdack is a coastal feature located on the northeastern coast of the Shetland Islands, Scotland. It is situated on the southwestern side of Yell Sound, overlooking the North Sea. Inner Fladdack is characterized as a headland or point, jutting out into the sea and separating the smaller bay known as Outer Fladdack to the west.

The headland is primarily composed of rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs that provide a dramatic and picturesque backdrop to the surrounding area. The cliffs of Inner Fladdack reach heights of up to 100 meters, offering stunning panoramic views of the sea and the nearby islands.

The coastline of Inner Fladdack is also home to a variety of marine life, including colonies of seabirds such as fulmars, kittiwakes, and guillemots, which nest in the cliffs. The area is known for its rich biodiversity, with a wide range of plant species thriving in the rocky crevices and grassy slopes.

Access to Inner Fladdack is limited due to its remote location, but it is a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts who venture to the area. The headland provides an excellent vantage point for observing seabird colonies and enjoying the tranquility of the coastal landscape.

Overall, Inner Fladdack is a stunning coastal feature in Shetland, offering a unique blend of rugged cliffs, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking views. It is a must-visit destination for those seeking to experience the natural beauty of the Shetland Islands.

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Inner Fladdack Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.814667/-0.77541642 or Grid Reference HP6615. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

It must be somewhere tropical: Norwick Blue skies, azure seas, palm trees, exotic birds, passing cruise liners? It must be somewhere tropical? But it's actually a migrant Bee-eater on Unst in Shetland with the Faroe ferry Norrona passing in the background.
It must be somewhere tropical: Norwick
Blue skies, azure seas, palm trees, exotic birds, passing cruise liners? It must be somewhere tropical? But it's actually a migrant Bee-eater on Unst in Shetland with the Faroe ferry Norrona passing in the background.
European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster), Norwick A rare bird this far north, this was the fifth seen on Unst.
European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster), Norwick
A rare bird this far north, this was the fifth seen on Unst.
Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) and Black-headed Gulls (Chroicocephalus ridibundus), Norwick Bonaparte's Gull is a rare visitor from America, here visiting its transatlantic cousins.
Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) and Black-headed Gulls (Chroicocephalus ridibundus), Norwick
Bonaparte's Gull is a rare visitor from America, here visiting its transatlantic cousins.
Common Gulls (Larus canus), Baltasound
Common Gulls (Larus canus), Baltasound
Burn of Norwick on Norwick beach
Burn of Norwick on Norwick beach
Common Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra), Norwick
Common Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra), Norwick
First-summer male Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), Wick of Skaw
First-summer male Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), Wick of Skaw
The ever-changing profile of Norwick beach The burn now flows well north of the Taing again.
The ever-changing profile of Norwick beach
The burn now flows well north of the Taing again.
Burn of Norwick on Norwick beach This is about as far north as the burn has ever flowed in at least 30 years.
Burn of Norwick on Norwick beach
This is about as far north as the burn has ever flowed in at least 30 years.
Norwick beach
Norwick beach
Blyth's Reed Warbler (Acrocephalus dumetorum), Norwick A subtly different species, once very rare in Britain, now an annual scarce migrant in Shetland.
Blyth's Reed Warbler (Acrocephalus dumetorum), Norwick
A subtly different species, once very rare in Britain, now an annual scarce migrant in Shetland.
Red-eyed Vireo (Vireo olivaceous), Norwick A very rare visitor from North America. This was the first one ever seen in Shetland.
Red-eyed Vireo (Vireo olivaceous), Norwick
A very rare visitor from North America. This was the first one ever seen in Shetland.
Red-rumped Swallow (Cecropis daurica), Skaw A scarce migrant from the Mediterranean.
Red-rumped Swallow (Cecropis daurica), Skaw
A scarce migrant from the Mediterranean.
Black-headed Bunting (Emberiza melanocephala), Norwick Normally found in SE Europe, but occasionally found in Britain.
Black-headed Bunting (Emberiza melanocephala), Norwick
Normally found in SE Europe, but occasionally found in Britain.
North end of Norwick beach
North end of Norwick beach
North end of Norwick beach
North end of Norwick beach
Britain's most northerly graffiti, Skaw The tag appears to be 'Dias'.
Britain's most northerly graffiti, Skaw
The tag appears to be 'Dias'.
Holm of Skaw
Holm of Skaw
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Inner Fladdack is located at Grid Ref: HP6615 (Lat: 60.814667, Lng: -0.77541642)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///straddled.curries.layers. Near Haroldswick, Shetland Islands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 60.814667,-0.77541642
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.816434/-0.7827299
The Garths
Place: locality
Source: OS
Lat/Long: 60.8170603/-0.7735372
Man Made: tower
Tower Type: launch_tower
Lat/Long: 60.8188025/-0.7742844
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