Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
West Voe of Sumburgh
West Voe of Sumburgh — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
West Voe of Sumburgh is a named natural feature in scotland islands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
West Voe of Sumburgh is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. This scenic bay features dramatic coastal scenery and is known for its rich marine life. Visitors can observe seabirds and potentially spot seals in the waters. The area is also significant for its geological features, making it of interest to both nature enthusiasts and geologists.
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- Coordinates
- 59.8591, -1.2956
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE3 9JN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2634244 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Voe of Sumburgh?
- West Voe of Sumburgh is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE3 9JN).
- What is West Voe of Sumburgh?
- West Voe of Sumburgh — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to West Voe of Sumburgh?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE3 9JN.
- How do I get to West Voe of Sumburgh?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE3 9JN. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.