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Braehoulland
Cottage near Braehoulland (geograph 3982497).jpg
Cottage near Braehoulland
Braehoulland is located in Shetland
Braehoulland
Braehoulland
OS grid reference HU240793
Civil parish
  • Northmaven
Council area
Lieutenancy area
Country Scotland
Sovereign state United Kingdom
Post town SHETLAND
Postcode district ZE2
Dialling code 01806
Police Northern
Fire Highlands and Islands
Ambulance Scottish
EU Parliament Scotland
UK Parliament
  • Orkney and Shetland
Scottish Parliament
  • Shetland
List of places
UK
Scotland
60°29′53″N 1°33′43″W / 60.498°N 1.562°W / 60.498; -1.562

Braehoulland is a small settlement, also known as a hamlet, located on Mainland island in Shetland, Scotland. It is found within the local area called Northmaven. Braehoulland is a quiet place, but it has a special spot for the community.

Discovering Braehoulland

Braehoulland is a peaceful hamlet in the beautiful Shetland Islands. A hamlet is like a very small village. It has only a few homes and buildings. This area is known for its stunning natural beauty.

What is in Braehoulland?

One important building in Braehoulland is the Eshaness Community Centre. This centre is a place where people from the local area can meet. It hosts events and activities for everyone. Community centres are important for bringing people together.

Exploring Braewick

Just south of Braehoulland, you will find a place called Braewick. This area is popular with visitors. It has a caravan site, which is a place where people can park their caravans or motorhomes. There is also a cafe at the farmstead of Braewick. This cafe is a great spot to grab a snack or a drink.

Braewick Beach and its Features

Braewick is also home to a lovely beach. Braewick beach faces south, looking out over a beautiful bay. On both the east and west sides of the bay, you can see tall cliffs. These cliffs are made of rock and rise steeply from the sea. Further to the east, there are amazing sea stacks. Sea stacks are tall, narrow rock formations that stand alone in the sea. They are created over many years by waves and wind eroding the rock.

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