West Voe Beach (West Voe Sands)

  • West Voe Beach - Shetland Islands
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  • West Voe Beach - Shetland Islands
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  • West Voe Beach - Shetland Islands
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  • Long, sheltered crescent of white sand located next to the runway of Sumburgh Airport on the southern tip of Shetland. The beach is situated alongside the archaeological site of Jarlshof, which includes remains from the Stone Age through to medieval times.

    Also known as:

    West Voe Sands

    Type of beach

    Sandy

    Lifeguard service

    No

    Dogs friendly beach?

    We do not have information on this beach but restrictions may apply (usually from Easter until the end of Summer)

    Shetland Islands dog friendly beaches »

    Activities

    • Kayaking/canoeing
    • Sailing
    • Surfing
    • Wind surfing

    Facilities

    • Cafe/restaurant
    • Toilets
    • Disabled facilities
    • Town centre nearby
    • Shop
    • Picnic area

    Nearest town

    Lerwick

    OS grid ref.

    HU 3985 0999

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