Aith

Settlement in Shetland

Scotland

Aith

Helli Ness to Bard Head We are at the parking place above Crossie Geo halfway between Lerwick and Sumburgh Head on the mainland of Shetland and I am looking north east across Greenmow and Helli Ness to Bard Head, Bressay. The Isle of Noss can be seen beyond Bressay. — Helli Ness to Bard Head Credit: Carroll Pierce

Aith is a picturesque village located on the west coast of the Shetland Mainland, the largest island in the Shetland archipelago. Situated approximately 23 miles west of Lerwick, the capital of Shetland, Aith offers stunning views of the North Sea and is surrounded by beautiful rolling hills.

Aith is a close-knit community with a population of around 600 residents. The village is known for its friendly atmosphere and warm hospitality. It has a strong sense of community spirit and residents actively take part in various local events and initiatives.

The village is well-served by amenities including a primary school, a post office, a grocery store, and a community hall. Aith also boasts a health center, ensuring residents have access to essential medical services. The village is easily accessible by road and is served by regular bus services connecting it to other parts of the Mainland.

Aith is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with its rugged coastline and sandy beaches offering opportunities for coastal walks, fishing, and birdwatching. The nearby hills provide excellent hiking and biking trails, allowing visitors to explore the stunning natural landscapes of Shetland.

The village has a rich history and is home to several historical sites, including the Aith House, a 17th-century mansion, and the St. Magnus Church, a beautiful stone building dating back to the 1800s.

Overall, Aith is a charming village that offers a peaceful and scenic setting for residents and visitors alike, making it a delightful place to experience the beauty of Shetland.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 60.051527/-1.207282 or Grid Reference HU4429. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Helli Ness to Bard Head We are at the parking place above Crossie Geo halfway between Lerwick and Sumburgh Head on the mainland of Shetland and I am looking north east across Greenmow and Helli Ness to Bard Head, Bressay. The Isle of Noss can be seen beyond Bressay.

Helli Ness to Bard Head

We are at the parking place above Crossie Geo halfway between Lerwick and Sumburgh Head on the mainland of Shetland and I am looking north east across Greenmow and Helli Ness to Bard Head, Bressay. The Isle of Noss can be seen beyond Bressay.

Aith, Cunningsburgh, from the air

Aith, Cunningsburgh, from the air

Mike Pennington

Greenmow and Helli Ness, Cunningsburgh, from the air

Greenmow and Helli Ness, Cunningsburgh, from the air

Mike Pennington

Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh, from the air

Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh, from the air

Mike Pennington

Ukinsetter, Fladdabister, from the air

Ukinsetter, Fladdabister, from the air

Mike Pennington

House under renovation, Cunningsburgh

House under renovation, Cunningsburgh

Mike Pennington

A970 at Cunningsburgh Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning &quot;King&#039;s castle&quot;), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.

A970 at Cunningsburgh

Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.

Bus Stop at Cunningsburgh Bus stop outside Cunningsburgh Primary School.

Bus Stop at Cunningsburgh

Bus stop outside Cunningsburgh Primary School.

Bus Stop on the A970 at Cunningsburgh Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning &quot;King&#039;s castle&quot;), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.

Bus Stop on the A970 at Cunningsburgh

Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.

Bus Stop at Cunningsburgh Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning &quot;King&#039;s castle&quot;), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.

Bus Stop at Cunningsburgh

Cunningsburgh, formerly also known as Coningsburgh (from the Old Norse: Konungsborgr meaning "King's castle"), is a hamlet on the coast of Mainland Shetland, nine miles south-west of Lerwick, about halfway between there and Sumburgh Head.

Burn Of Aith Broch This mound has been identified as the remains of a broch. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/939/burn-of-aith" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/939/burn-of-aith">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Burn Of Aith Broch

This mound has been identified as the remains of a broch. Link

Aithsvoe Marina A very nice facility, built in 2004, still looking new.
The biggish boat off the water is the Mousa Ferry (Solan IV); both it <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1180671">HU4428 : Mousa ferry at winter home, Aithsvoe, Cunningsburgh</a> and the ferry business is up for sale (2011)

Aithsvoe Marina

A very nice facility, built in 2004, still looking new. The biggish boat off the water is the Mousa Ferry (Solan IV); both it HU4428 : Mousa ferry at winter home, Aithsvoe, Cunningsburgh and the ferry business is up for sale (2011)

Planticrubs Turri Ness These, usually round, structures are to be found all over Shetland.
The near one, in this case, is still in use (few are).
Traditionally used for growing Kale or Cabbages in shelter and protected from rabbits and livestock.
In this case all but a few red cabbage seedlings had been recently removed.
Nice old pictures here - <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://shetlopedia.com/Planticrubs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://shetlopedia.com/Planticrubs">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Planticrubs Turri Ness

These, usually round, structures are to be found all over Shetland. The near one, in this case, is still in use (few are). Traditionally used for growing Kale or Cabbages in shelter and protected from rabbits and livestock. In this case all but a few red cabbage seedlings had been recently removed. Nice old pictures here - Link

Shetland Crub The Planticrub <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2622576">HU4529 : Planticrubs Turri Ness</a> here is in use. It is totally closed off to protect the cabbage plants.
Dot stands on the step used for access.
The tanker Loch Rannoch sits way out, biding her time.

Shetland Crub

The Planticrub HU4529 : Planticrubs Turri Ness here is in use. It is totally closed off to protect the cabbage plants. Dot stands on the step used for access. The tanker Loch Rannoch sits way out, biding her time.

Runties Geo Clear water and steep nearby cliffs.
The coastal path is easy to follow to this point.

Runties Geo

Clear water and steep nearby cliffs. The coastal path is easy to follow to this point.

Detached Stack Could it be called Yar Neap?
I missed the opportunity to photograph it from Runties Geo.
This is the summit platform from the edge just beyond it looking back to Runties

Detached Stack

Could it be called Yar Neap? I missed the opportunity to photograph it from Runties Geo. This is the summit platform from the edge just beyond it looking back to Runties

Yar Neap? The name on the map may be misleading.
Another view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2632737">HU4528 : Detached Stack</a>

Yar Neap?

The name on the map may be misleading. Another view of HU4528 : Detached Stack

Sep Geo From the east looking towards Skervi Geo and Aness

Sep Geo

From the east looking towards Skervi Geo and Aness

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Aith is located at Grid Ref: HU4429 (Lat: 60.051527, Lng: -1.207282)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///harsh.money.nips. Near Sandwick, Shetland Islands

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