Wildlife reserves · Scottish Islands
Keen of Hamar SAC
In or near Baltasound.
Keen of Hamar SAC — Special Area of Conservation on Keen of Hamar, Unst, Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Keen of Hamar SAC is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 2005. It covers approximately 40 km². Heritage designation: Special Area of Conservation. Part of Keen of Hamar. Wikidata describes it as: "Special Area of Conservation on Keen of Hamar, Unst, Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 60.7661°, -0.8180°.
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Place summary
Keen of Hamar SAC is a wildlife reserve located in the Scottish Islands (postcode ZE2). Established in 2005, it is designated as a Special Area of Conservation, highlighting its ecological significance. The reserve is part of modern conservation efforts aimed at protecting diverse habitats and species.
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- Coordinates
- 60.7661, -0.8180
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9TW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Established
- 2005
Sources
- wikidata: Q108886458 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Keen of Hamar SAC?
- Keen of Hamar SAC is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9TW).
- What is Keen of Hamar SAC?
- Keen of Hamar SAC — Special Area of Conservation on Keen of Hamar, Unst, Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Keen of Hamar SAC?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9TW.
- When was Keen of Hamar SAC built?
- Built or established in 2005.
- Is Keen of Hamar SAC a listed building?
- Keen of Hamar SAC is officially recognised as Special Area of Conservation listed.
- Is Keen of Hamar SAC free to visit?
- Yes, Keen of Hamar SAC is free to enter.
- How do I get to Keen of Hamar SAC?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9TW. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.
- Are dogs allowed at Keen of Hamar SAC?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.