Gott

Settlement in Shetland

Scotland

Gott

Both planes on the apron at Tingwall Airport With a narrow weather window, both planes were in use at the same time to allow flights to get into both Fair Isle and Foula.
Both planes on the apron at Tingwall Airport Credit: Mike Pennington

Gott is a small settlement located on the Isle of Shetland, which is the northernmost part of Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the main landmass, Gott is known for its picturesque landscapes and tranquility. The settlement is part of the parish of Sandsting and Aithsting, and it falls within the Shetland Islands Council area.

Gott is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green meadows, and breathtaking coastal views. The settlement itself consists of a handful of houses and cottages, which are scattered across the landscape. The population of Gott is relatively small, reflecting the rural nature of the area.

Life in Gott is closely intertwined with nature and the sea, as fishing and agriculture have traditionally been the main sources of livelihood for the residents. The nearby coastline offers opportunities for various water-based activities, such as fishing, boating, and wildlife spotting. The area is also rich in birdlife, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.

Despite its small size, Gott is well-connected to the rest of Shetland, with regular bus services linking it to other settlements on the island. The nearby town of Lerwick, which is the largest settlement in Shetland, is approximately 20 miles away from Gott.

Visitors to Gott can expect a peaceful and idyllic experience, surrounded by stunning natural landscapes and the welcoming hospitality of the locals. The settlement offers a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and immerse oneself in the rugged beauty of Shetland's countryside.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Gott Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.194354/-1.22294 or Grid Reference HU4345. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Both planes on the apron at Tingwall Airport With a narrow weather window, both planes were in use at the same time to allow flights to get into both Fair Isle and Foula.
Both planes on the apron at Tingwall Airport
With a narrow weather window, both planes were in use at the same time to allow flights to get into both Fair Isle and Foula.
Approaching Tingwall airport from the south
Approaching Tingwall airport from the south
Veensgarth from the air
Veensgarth from the air
Linkster, Tingwall, from the air
Linkster, Tingwall, from the air
Moorland, Hill of Linkster, Tingwall, from the air
Moorland, Hill of Linkster, Tingwall, from the air
Shetland MOT and Repair, Tingwall, from the air
Shetland MOT and Repair, Tingwall, from the air
Agricultural sheds at Veensgarth, from the air
Agricultural sheds at Veensgarth, from the air
Veensgarth from the air
Veensgarth from the air
Laxfirth from the air
Laxfirth from the air
Strand Loch from the air
Strand Loch from the air
Veensgarth from the air
Veensgarth from the air
Laxfirth from the air
Laxfirth from the air
Small headland, Lax Firth, from the air
Small headland, Lax Firth, from the air
Tingwall Airport Tingwall and the A971 from the air.
Tingwall Airport
Tingwall and the A971 from the air.
Tingwall valley This area was where the Viking parliament met.
Tingwall valley
This area was where the Viking parliament met.
Veensgarth: postbox № ZE2 6 A post-1994 postbox on a very bizarre metal post, possibly slotted over the wooden post which previously had the box attached to it. The postbox is emptied at 8:45 on weekday and Saturday mornings.
Veensgarth: postbox № ZE2 6
A post-1994 postbox on a very bizarre metal post, possibly slotted over the wooden post which previously had the box attached to it. The postbox is emptied at 8:45 on weekday and Saturday mornings.
Gott: postbox № ZE2 9 and phone These two red objects stand at the junction alongside Strand Loch. The postbox is emptied on weekday and Saturday mornings at 9:30.
Gott: postbox № ZE2 9 and phone
These two red objects stand at the junction alongside Strand Loch. The postbox is emptied on weekday and Saturday mornings at 9:30.
Tingwall: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses The Shetland branch of the Jehovah's Witnesses is based in this Hall near the junction of the A970 and A971 in the centre of the Shetland mainland.
Tingwall: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
The Shetland branch of the Jehovah's Witnesses is based in this Hall near the junction of the A970 and A971 in the centre of the Shetland mainland.
Show me another place!

Gott is located at Grid Ref: HU4345 (Lat: 60.194354, Lng: -1.22294)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///bypassed.crossword.support. Near Lerwick, Shetland Islands

Nearby Locations

Gott Strand Loch

Related Wikis

Tingwall Airport

Tingwall Airport (IATA: LWK, ICAO: EGET), also known as Lerwick/Tingwall Airport, is located in the Tingwall valley, near the village of Gott, 4 NM (7...

Veensgarth

Veensgarth (Old Norse: Vikingsgarðr, Viking farm, or Vingarðr, Meadow Farm), is a village in the Tingwall valley west of Lerwick on Mainland in Shetland...

Breiwick

Breiwick is a village on the island of Mainland in Shetland, Scotland. Breiwick is in the parish of Tingwall, and is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) north-east of Gott...

Tingwall, Shetland

Tingwall, (Old Norse: Þingvǫllr = Field of the Thing assembly) is a parish in Shetland, Scotland. Located mostly on the Shetland Mainland, the centre lies...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 60.194354,-1.22294
Tingwall Hall
Place: village
Lat/Long: 60.1952677/-1.2222149
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 60.1981719/-1.2229477
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 60.1939997/-1.2223418
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1939798/-1.2317621
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1946937/-1.2317621
Gott
Place: village
Lat/Long: 60.1973422/-1.221628
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Ref: ZE2 9
Lat/Long: 60.197337/-1.2216757
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1980714/-1.2217518
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1961211/-1.2178921
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1967983/-1.2192225
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1985113/-1.2225886
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 60.1939836/-1.2219824
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.197683/-1.2209822
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1975693/-1.2207466
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.197505/-1.2206288
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.197811/-1.2197614
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1981083/-1.219006
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.190494/-1.223745
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 60.1986479/-1.2219097
Bus Stop
Tingwall Hall
Naptan AtcoCode: 6030704
Naptan NaptanCode: 45825658
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 60.1974322/-1.2216604
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Gott?

Leave your review of Gott below (or comments, questions and feedback).