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Burrastow & Melby loop from Walls

Burrastow & Melby loop from Walls

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Burrastow & Melby loop from Walls

01:50

36.7km

390m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.00 km

Burrastow House

Highlight • Rest Area

A great base for a cycling holiday on Shetland with several accommodation options in this remote and wonderful croft. If you are staying the food is very locally sourced and seasonal, perfect to fuel some great wild rides.

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21.9 km

Melby Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

A nice beach with a small pier at the northern end. Good views out across the Sound of Papa to the small islands and Papa Stour.

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33.2 km

Scord of Brouster Neolithic Farm Site

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Scord of Brouster is one of the earliest Neolithic farm sites in Shetland. Dated to 2220BC it comprises of three houses and several fields surrounded by walls and a …

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36.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.1 km

16.6 km

Surfaces

20.1 km

16.6 km

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Weather

Sunday 5 July

14°C

8°C

63 %

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