Sands of Meal

On much of Shetland’s shoreline, you’re likely to be alone. Even on some of the more popular beaches, you’ll probably see no more than a handful of other people, even on fine summer days. That’s also usually true of Meal Beach; however, on really warm days, Meal can become quite busy and is deservedly popular with families. It lies just to the south-east of the village of Hamnavoe, on West Burra. The beach faces south, with plenty of sheltered spots among the rocks, and there’s a smaller beach among the rocks just to the west. It’s equipped with a car park, toilets and a proper boardwalk giving good access. The beach is of fine, deep sand and it’s popular for swimming and all kinds of beach games. Barbecues happen frequently, too.