Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Bay of Ulsta
Bay of Ulsta — bay on Yell, Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Ulsta is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "bay on Yell, Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 60.4941°, -1.1574°.
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Place summary
The Bay of Ulsta is a coastal feature located in the Scottish Islands, postcode ZE2. It is characterised by its rugged landscape and scenic views typical of the region. The area is known for its natural beauty and geographical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 60.4941, -1.1574
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9BD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- wikidata: Q24636533 (CC0)
- commons: Ulsta on a snowy day - geograph.org.uk - 1734916.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Ulsta?
- Bay of Ulsta is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9BD).
- Is Bay of Ulsta free to visit?
- Yes, Bay of Ulsta is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bay of Ulsta?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9BD. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.