Sumburgh Head
Sumburgh Head is the southernmost point of the mainland of Shetland. Shetland’s first lighthouse was built on Sumburgh Head in 1821, and the lighthouse keeper’s cottage is now a self-catering cottage.
The area is now an RSPB reserve and is a favourite place from which to see puffins. Other birds such as kittiwakes and guillemots can also be seen from here, and it is also a good vantage point from which to whale-watch.
Visitor Information
Sumburgh Head is located about 25 miles south of Lerwick. It is open all year round and interpretive boards give information on what can be seen.
Further Information
- www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/s/sumburghhead/index.asp
- www.nature-shetland.co.uk/rspb/sumburgh.htm
- www.visitshetland.com/area-guides/south-mainland/st-ninians-isle-and-sumburgh-head/
- www.lighthouse-holidays.com/pages/sumburgh/sumburgh.htm
Where to Eat
The Sumburgh Hotel
Sumburgh
ZE3 9JN
Telephone: +44 (0) 1950 460 201
Email: sumburghhotel@zetnet.co.uk
Web: www.sumburgh-hotel.shetland.co.uk
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