West Sandwick facts for kids
Quick facts for kids West Sandwick |
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 West Sandwick, Yell, with North Mainland in the background |
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 West Sandwick
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| OS grid reference | HU450887 |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | SHETLAND |
| Postcode district | ZE2 |
| Dialling code | 01957 |
| Police | Northern |
| Fire | Highlands and Islands |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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West Sandwick is a small community located on the island of Yell in the Shetland Islands of Scotland. It is one of the few places where people live on the western side of the island.
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Discovering West Sandwick
West Sandwick is known for its beautiful surroundings and natural features. It offers a glimpse into the unique landscape of the Shetland Islands.
The Beach at West Sandwick
West Sandwick is home to one of the most popular recreational beaches on Yell. It is a great place for locals and visitors to enjoy the outdoors. The beach provides a lovely spot for walks and exploring the coastline.
Amazing Wildlife and Plants
The area around West Sandwick is a special place for nature lovers. It supports a variety of interesting animals and plants.
Red-throated Divers
South of a place called Southladie Flo, you can often see red-throated divers. These beautiful birds use this area as an important feeding ground. They especially come here when they are raising their young.
Rare Curved Sedge Plant
If you look closely near the stream that flows onto West Sandwick beach, you might spot a very rare plant. It is called the curved sedge (Carex maritima). This plant is not found in many other places, making it a special part of West Sandwick's natural environment.
The Urabug Spit
The bay at West Sandwick has a unique landform known as the Urabug. This is a type of spit, which is a narrow piece of land made of sand or shingle. It sticks out into the water from the coastline. The Urabug is a distinctive feature of the bay.
