Shetland, Volume 26

Page List of names as written Various modes of spelling Authorities for spelling Situation Description remarks Continued entries/extra info Transcriber's notes
OS1/31/26/1 Whalsey Whalsey Philips County Atlas (Map.) Stat a/c [Statistical account] of Scotland (Map.) Impl [Imperial] Gazetteer North Sea Pilot Johnstons Map of Shetland 039.02; 039.05 Whalsey, together with the out Skerries, and some islets in its vicinity forms a parish on the east coast of Shetland it is bounded on the South West by Nesting & on the north west by Lunnasting. There is no detached part of this parish within the boundary of any other parish nor is there any detached part of any other parish within the boundary of this one. It Contains 6194 Statute acres
OS1/31/26/1 [Page] 1 Whalsey Ph [Parish] -- Shetland
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OS1/31/26/3 Lanner Geos Lanyard Goes Lanner Geos Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson A Johnson Brough 032.13; 032.03 This name applies to a few small geos to the north of Challister Ness and west of Sheep Skerry
OS1/31/26/3 Mooa Clett Mooa Clett Same Authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson A Johnson Brough 032.13; 032.03 This is a small island situated at the north end of Challister Ness and about 10 chains west of Lanner Geos
OS1/31/26/3 Stouri Geo Stouri Geo Same Authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson A Johnson Brough 032.13; 032.03 This geo is situated at the north west end of Challister Ness and a short distance south of Mooa Clett
OS1/31/26/3 3 N. 272 _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace
OS1/31/26/4 4 N. 272 _____ O.S. O.21
OS1/31/26/5 Challister Challister Ness Challister Ness Challister Ness Challister Ness Challister Ness Challister Ness Laurence Laurenson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister J Bruce Skaw Admiralty Chart Johnstons Map Re-submitted 032.13; 032.06 This is a large point of land situated near the north end of the island of Whalsay and about 1 mile west of the district of Skaw
OS1/31/26/5 Hemri Geo Hemry Goe Hemri Geos same authorities Laurence Laurenson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister J Bruce Skaw Admiralty Chart Johnstons Map Re-submitted 032.13; 032.06 This name applies to a geo near the north west end of Challister Ness and about ¼ mile west of Vai Voe.
OS1/31/26/5 Sefta Point Sefta Point Same Authorities Laurence Laurenson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister J Bruce Skaw Admiralty Chart Johnstons Map Resubmitted 032.13; 032.06 This point is situated in Challister Ness and about ½ mile west of Vaivoe
OS1/31/26/5 N. 272 5 _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace Challister Ness [side note] Tjalda-setr from the Chalder a sea bird Hemri Geo [side note] Probably Hsimtri Sja Creek near the farm or homestead
OS1/31/26/6 Gord Gord Same Authorities Laurence Laurenson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister J Bruce Skaw 032.13; 032.06 This name applies to a point of land at the low west end of Challister Ness and about ½ mile west of Vaivoe
OS1/31/26/6 Sefta Lang Geo Safeta Long Goe Seafta Lang Geo Laurence Laurenson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister J Bruce Skaw 032.13; 032.06 This goe is situated about ½ mile west of Vaivoe and a little to the south of Safeta Point
OS1/31/26/6 Ward of Challister Ward of Challister Same Authorities Laurence Laurenson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister J Bruce Skaw 032.13; 032.06 This is a small hill in Challister Ness and a ¼ mile southwest of Vavoe. Some magnetic attraction at a point on the summit of this knoll where the rock crops through a mossy surface, so affects the compass as to cause north pole to point about due south.
OS1/31/26/6 6 N. 272 _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace Gord [side note] Gardr, a dyke or fence
OS1/31/26/7 Grut Ness Grut Ness Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister T Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.01 032.14; 032.14 This name applies to a small point of land near the north end of Whalsay and about 1 mile west of the district of Skaw
OS1/31/26/7 Vai Voe Vavoe Bight Vai Voe same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister T Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.01 032.14; 032.14 This is a small bay situated to the west of Grut Ness and on the east side of "Challister Ness"
OS1/31/26/7 Vaivoe Vavoe Viavoe careless writing J Allen same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister T Bruce Skaw re-submitted 032.13; 032.06 This name applies to a small farm house near the north end of Whalsay near small voe at the south end of Vai Voe
OS1/31/26/7 N. 272 7. _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace Grut Ness [side note] grjot-nes, stony ness
OS1/31/26/8 Pluckings Fluckings Flukings same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson T Bruce 032.14; 032.01 032.14; 032.14 This name applies to a portion of the sea to the south of Fluckings Bight
OS1/31/26/8 Scad Skerry Scadskerry Scad Skerry same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson T Bruce 032.14; 032.01 032.14; 032.14 This is a small high water rock in (Fluckings?) Bight and situated to the south of Grut(ness?)
OS1/31/26/8 Stinking Geos Stinking Geos Stinking Geos Stinking Geos Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson T Bruce 032.14; 032.01 032.14; 032.14 This name applies to two geos in Flucking Bight and at the Southwest corner of "outta Faing"
OS1/31/26/8 8. N. 272 _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace
OS1/31/26/9 Cross Geo Cross Goe Cross Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson, Mr Nicholson, T Bruce 032.13; 032.03 applies to a creek situated a short distance to the west of Peat Geo
OS1/31/26/9 Peat Geo Peat Goe Peat Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson, Mr Nicholson, T Bruce 032.13; 032.03 Is applied to a small creek, situated ¼ of a mile to the south of Sponger Point
OS1/31/26/9 Quinni Geo Quuini Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson, Mr Nicholson, T Bruce 032.13; 032.03 applies to a deep a narrow creek situated ¼ mile to the west of Peat Geo
OS1/31/26/9 Sand Geo Sand Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson, Mr Nicholson, T Bruce 032.13; 032.03 applies to a small creek situated about ¼ mile to the south of Sponger Point
OS1/31/26/9 Wester Netlar Wester Netlar same authorities Laurence Laurenceson, Mr Nicholson, T Bruce 032.13; 032.03 applies to a small bay, situated a short distance to the S.[south] W. [west] of Sponger point
OS1/31/26/9 N. 272 9. _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace Sheep Skerry Authorities Laurence Laurenceson, Mr Nicholson, T Bruce Cancelled by order John T Sloban 11.4.78
OS1/31/26/10 Kirni Geo Kirni Geo Kirni Geo Kirni Geo Laurence Laurenceson Symbister T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.06 This geo is situated at the north east end of the island of Whalsay and about ¼ mile south of East Loch of Skaw
OS1/31/26/10 Sponger Point Sponger Point same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Symbister T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.06 applies to a headland situated on the North shore of Whalsay, opposite the island called Inner Holm of Skaw
OS1/31/26/10 Swartback Swartaback same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Symbister T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.06 This name applies to a rocky point of land situated nearly halfway between Vaivoe and ScadSkerry
OS1/31/26/10 West Loch of Skaw West Loch of Skaw same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Symbister T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.06 This loch is situated about 1 mile to the west of the district of Skaw and about 1 mile south east of Challister Ness
OS1/31/26/10 10. N. 272 _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace
OS1/31/26/11 Engers Geo Ingers Geo Engers Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This geo is situated in Skaw Voe and about ? chains south-west of Helli Geo
OS1/31/26/11 Helli Geo Helli Geo Helli Geo Helli Geo Laurence Laurenceson T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This geo is situated a little to the south west of Stivie geo and close to Skaw Voe
OS1/31/26/11 Peters Noust Peter's Noust same authorities Laurence Laurenceson T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This geo is situated in Skaw Voe and a little to the west of Engers Geo
OS1/31/26/11 Skaw Skaw Skaw Skaw Skaw Skaw Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister T Bruce Skaw Admiralty Chart Valuation Roll 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This district is situated close to the north end of the Island of Whalsay There are about 10 dwelling houses in the district all thatched one story and in medium repair. Takes its name form the long low promontory (Norse Skaga) forming the N. [north] e. [east] portion of Whalsay
OS1/31/26/11 Skaw Voe Skaw Voe same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister T Bruce Skaw Admiralty Chart Valuation Roll 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This name applies to a small bay situated to the north of the district of Skaw
OS1/31/26/11 Stivi Geo Stivi Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister T Bruce Skaw Admiralty Chart Valuation Roll 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This small geo is situated near the north end of the district of Skaw The rocks on its coast are high and steep
OS1/31/26/11 N. 272 11. _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace Skaw Voe [side note] Skaga - Vogr or - vagr = Skaw Bay Helli Geo [side note] Hellu Gja - creek of the flat slabs or rocks Ingers Geo [side note] perhaps from Engi - a meadow Peter's Noust [side note] Noust -Shetland for a place where boats are hauled up. Naust Norse = a boat shed
OS1/31/26/11 Peters Noust, Helli Geo and Engers Geo appear on this table in error and should be removed as they do not feature on this record page. They do however require to be added to record http://www.scotlandsplaces.gov.uk/digital-volumes/ordnance-survey-name-books/shetland-os-name-books-18/shetland-volume-26/12
OS1/31/26/12 Engers Geo 032.14; 032.02 032.05
OS1/31/26/12 Helli Geo 032.14; 032.02 032.05
OS1/31/26/12 Peters Noust 032.14; 032.02 032.05
OS1/31/26/12 12. N. 272 _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace
OS1/31/26/12 information contained in table on page http://www.scotlandsplaces.gov.uk/digital-volumes/ordnance-survey-name-books/shetland-os-name-books-18/shetland-volume-26/11?row=OS1/31/2694-11 to be carried over to this record
OS1/31/26/13 Kirk Knowe Kirk Knowe Kirk Knowe Kirk Knowe Kirk Knowe Mr W Leask, Tenant, Isbister Mr John Bruce, Tenant, Skaw Mr John Johnston, Skawtaing 032.14; 032.02 032.05 A knoll situated near the S. [south] W. [west] corner of "Inner Holm" and a short distance N. [north] of "Chapel in ruin"
OS1/31/26/13 Muckle Roonie Muckle Ronnie Goe Muckle Roonie Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson T Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This geo is situated to the west of Rueness and about ½ mile north east of the West Loch of Skaw
OS1/31/26/13 Ross Ness Rueness Roo Ness same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson T Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This name applies to a point situated to the west of the district of Skaw and about a mile east of Havoe
OS1/31/26/13 Scudda Noust Scudda Noust Scudda Noust Scudda Noust Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson T Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This geo is situated in Skaw Voe and east of Rueness
OS1/31/26/13 N. 272 13. _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace Skuda Noust [side note] perhaps either from Skott, a stack or Skuti, a cave formed by jutting rocks Roo Ness [side note] Rand-nes = Red Ness
OS1/31/26/14 Chapel Ruins Chapel (in ruins) Chapel (in ruins) Chapel (in ruins) Chapel (in ruins) Chapel (in ruins) Mr W Leask, Tenant, Isbister Mr John Bruce Tenant Skaw Mr John Johnston Skawtaing Mr L Laurenceson Hamister Barbra Anderson, Symbister 032.14; 032.02 Applies to the remains of a Romish Chapel situated on the southwest corner of "Inner Holm", about 1 mile N. [north] e. [east] of Skaw. Tradition says that it was erected by shipwrecked mariners as a fulfillment of a previous vow that if ever they got to land that they would build a chapel as a token of their deliverance from the wrath of the sea. There is no account of a burial ground being in connection with the chapel but a woman named "Barbra Anderson" while excavating inside the ruins of the chapel in search of money having previously dreamt of such being deposited there" came upon a stone cist or coffin enclosing the skeleton of a human body supposed to be that of a young man. The woman is still living in Whalsay & states it to have been found in A. [Anno] D. [Domini] 1858.
OS1/31/26/14 Fluckings Bight Fluckings Bight Flukings Bight same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Hamister Mr Nicholson Symbister T Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.02 032.05 This Bight is situated at the west of Utla(assume Ultataing) and a little to the north of the West Loch of Skaw
OS1/31/26/14 Hamara Neap Hamra Neep Hamara Neap same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Symbister T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister Mr John Johnston Skataing Mr Lawrence Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.06 This name applies to a bold precipitous point situated about ¼ mile south east of East Loch of Skaw and a little to the south west of Lead Geo also between "geo of Hamarancap & Lead Geo" Hamarr-Gripa = the craggy or rocky headland
OS1/31/26/14 Lade Geos Lead Geos Lead Geos Lead Geos Lade Geos Laurence Laurenceson, Symbister T Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.06 This name applies to a few small geos on the north east end of Whalsay and a little to the south east of East Loch of Skaw
OS1/31/26/14 Little Roonie Geo Little Ronnie Geo Little Roonie Geo Laurence Laurenceson Hamister Mr Nicholson Symbister T Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.02 032.04 This geo is situated a little to the west of Muckle Ronnie Geo and north of Utla Taing
OS1/31/26/14 Utla Taing Utlataing same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Hamister Mr Nicholson Symbister T Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.02 032.04 This name applies to a point situated at the north end of Whalsay and about 2? north of the West Loch of Skaw
OS1/31/26/14 14. N. 272 _____ O.S. O.21 County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace
OS1/31/26/14 Information taken from page http://www.scotlandsplaces.gov.uk/digital-volumes/ordnance-survey-name-books/shetland-os-name-books-18/shetland-volume-26/14?row=OS1/31/4925-15 where this table should be moved to Re Utlataing - cannot fully transcribe comments due to fold in book
OS1/31/26/15 Hamara Neap Hamraneep Hamraneep Hamraneep Hamara Neap Laurence Larenceson Symbister T Bruce SKaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister Mr John Johnston SKataing Mr Lawrence Bruce SKaw 032.14 This name applies to a bold precipitous point Situated about ¼ mile South east of East Loch of SKaw and a little to the south west of Lead Geo also between "Geo of Hamaraneap" & "Lead Geos".
OS1/31/26/15 Lade Geos Lead Geos Lead Geos Lead Geos Lade Geos Laurence Larenceson Symbister T Bruce SKaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14 This name applies to a few small geos onth north east end of Whalsay and a little to the south east of East Loch of SKaw
OS1/31/26/15 [page] 15 County of Shetland -- Parish of Whalsey Hamara Neap [side note] Hamarr-gnipa = the craggy or rocky headland
OS1/31/26/15 Whelveton Stack [crossed out] Cancelled
OS1/31/26/16 Ballasmas Geo Ballamas Geo Laurence Laurenceson Symbister J Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.06 This geo is situated to the east of East Loch of Skaw and on the north east coast of Whalsay
OS1/31/26/16 East Loch of Skaw East Loch of SKaw East Loch of Skaw East Loch of Skaw Laurence Laurenceson Symbister J Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister 032.14; 032.06 This fresh water loch is situated a little to the east of the village of SKaw and near the north end of Whalsay
OS1/31/26/16 Outra Neap Uleraneep [but noted as] bad writing Outra Neap Laurence Laurenceson Symbister J Bruce Skaw Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister Mr John Johnston Skawtaing Mr W Leask Isbister Re-submitted 032.14; 032.06 This geo is situated to the east of East Loch of Skaw and a little to the south of Ballamas Geo. The sea coast here is very steep and rocky. [This has been scored through and initialed by W.F. for William Fraser - and replaced with the following] A conspicuous & precipitous point on the sea coast, and about ¼mile N.E.[North East] of Hamarancap
OS1/31/26/16 [page] 16. County of Shetland -- Parish of Whalsey Outra Neap [side note] Utra-guipa=outer peak or headland
OS1/31/26/17 Geo of Hamaraneap Geo of Hamaraneap Geo of Hamaraneap Geo of Hamaraneap Mr Thomas Bruce, SKaw Mr John Johnston, SKawtaing Mr W LeasK, Isbister 032.14; 032.06 A creek situated in the N. [north] e. [east] coast of Whalsey and on the S. [south] W. [west] side of Hamaraneap
OS1/31/26/17 Geo of Outraneap Geo of Outraneap Geo of Outraneap Geo of Outraneap Mr W LeasK, Isbister Mr John Johnston, SKawtaing Mr Thomas Bruce, SKaw 032.14; 032.06 A small creek situated in the N. [north] E. [east] coast of Whalsey, and on the S. [south] W. [west] side of "Outraneap"
OS1/31/26/17 Skawtaing SKawtaing SKawtaing SKawtaing Mr John Johnston, SKawtaing Mr W LeasK, Isbister Mr Thomas Bruce, SKaw 032.14; 032.06 A thatched dwelling house in good repaid, situated on the N. [north] E. [east] coast of Whalsey, and about ¼mile N. [north] E. [east] of "East Loch of SKaw" : It is the property of the heir of the late Mr Bruce of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/17 [page] 17 Parish of Whalsey, Shetland Skawtaing [side note] SKaga-tangi The tongue or point of the low promontory [signed] William Fraser C/A [Civilian Assistant]
OS1/31/26/18 Muckle Breck MucKle Breck MucKle Breck MucKle Breck Mr Thomas Bruce, SKaw Mr L Bruce, Tenant SKaw, Mr William LeasK, Isbister 032.14; 032.01 A hill & hill-face situated on the south side of "SKaw" and about ½ a mile east of "West Loch of SKaw"
OS1/31/26/18 Picts House Picts House (Remains of) Picts House (Remains of) Picts House (Remains of) Mr L Lawrenceson, Hamister Mr Thomas Bruce, SKaw Mr Lawrence Bruce, SKaw 032.14; 032.04 An oblong enclosure of a small size, composed of a wall of stones and earth, overgrown with grass, with a few scattered stones in the interior. It is situated in a hollow, a short distance W. [west] of "Ward of Hoorin": and generally supposed to be the remains of a Picts House, a great number of stones have been removed for building purposes
OS1/31/26/18 Ward of Hoorin Ward of Hoorin Ward of Hoorin Ward of Hoorin Ward of Hoorin Mr Thomas Bruce, Tenant SKaw Mr Lawrence Bruce, SKaw Mr W LeasK, Tenant Isbister 032.14; 032.04 A conspicuous hill situated near the N. [north] coast of Whalsey and a short distance South of "Outta Taing"
OS1/31/26/18 [page] 18 Parish of Whalsey.......................Whalsey, Shetland Picts' House (OE) [= Old English - type face to use on map] [side note] This is evidently distinct from the remains termed Cumls [signed] J.Clegg Sapp RE [Sapper Royal Engineers] Ward of Hoorin [side note] This name seems to be applied specially to hills near the remains called in Shetland Picts' Houses. There are two on I think Sheet 42 Aithstin Parish, there written "Howian" Muckle Breck [side note] MiKla-breKKa=big slope [signed] William Fraser C/A [Civilian Assistant]
OS1/31/26/19 Easter Netlar Easter Netlar Mr Nicolson Mr Laurenson Mr T Bruce 032.14; 032.01 This name applies to a small bay a short distance south of the Inner Holm of Skaw
OS1/31/26/19 Inner Holm of Skaw Inna Holm of Skaw Inner Holm of Skaw Mr Nicolson Postmaster Whalsay Laurence Laurenceson Whalsay Thomas Bruce Skaw 032.14; 032.01 This name applies to a small island situated about one mile north west of Skawtaing and only divided from Whalsay Island by a very narrow channel at low-water. Propts. [proprietors] The Trustees of the Late Mr Bruce of Symbister
OS1/31/26/19 Skaw Taing Skawtaing Skaw Taing Mr Nicolson Mr Laurenson Mr T Bruce Admiralty Chart Johnstons Map 032.14; 032.01 This name applies to the most eastern point of the island of Whalsay. It is about five miles from the islands known as Out Skerries
OS1/31/26/19 [page] 19 Island of Whalsey - Shetland ...............................Parish of Whalsey [sheet 32 Plan 15 Trace 1] [side note] Inni, Inner Holm, a grassy islet [side note] skaga-tangi = tongue of the promontory
OS1/31/26/20 Butter Geo Butter Geo [corrected from ?Goes] Mr Nicolson Mr Laurenson Mr J Bruce 032.15; 032.01 This name applies to a long narrow creek on the Southern side of Scawtaing.
OS1/31/26/20 Keener 032.15; 032.01
OS1/31/26/20 Pundsi Geos 032.15; 032.01
OS1/31/26/20 Virda Geo 032.15; 032.01
OS1/31/26/21 Ha Clett 032.15; 032.01
OS1/31/26/21 Juppi geo 032.15; 032.01
OS1/31/26/21 Millsie Geo 032.15; 032.01
OS1/31/26/22 Ayre of Virda 032.15; 032.05
OS1/31/26/22 Gurdi geo 032.15; 032.04
OS1/31/26/22 Nacka Skerry 032.15; 032.05
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OS1/31/26/25 Head of Skennif 038.04; 038.01
OS1/31/26/25 Muckle Loch of Linga 038.04; 038.01
OS1/31/26/25 Rooi Geo 038.04; 038.01
OS1/31/26/25 Wether Holm 038.04; 038.02
OS1/31/26/26 North Boady Geo 038.04; 038.02
OS1/31/26/26 North Uya Taing 038.04; 038.02
OS1/31/26/26 North Ward of Linga 038.04; 038.02
OS1/31/26/26 The Flaeshans 038.04; 038.05
OS1/31/26/27 Bight of Cudda 038.04; 038.04
OS1/31/26/27 Ness of Sheenareef 038.04; 038.04
OS1/31/26/27 South Voe of Brough 038.04; 038.04
OS1/31/26/27 Suther Ness 038.04; 038.04
OS1/31/26/28 Booth Skerry 038.04; 038.06
OS1/31/26/28 Bratti Geo 038.04; 038.06
OS1/31/26/28 Brough Dale 038.04; 038.06
OS1/31/26/28 Brough Head 038.04; 038.06
OS1/31/26/28 Head of Cudda 038.04; 038.05
OS1/31/26/28 Linthouse 038.04; 032.06
OS1/31/26/28 Little Loch of Linga 038.04; 038.04
OS1/31/26/28 Newaprk 038.04; 038.06
OS1/31/26/28 Rotta Tong 038.04; 038.06
OS1/31/26/28 Stouri Geo 038.04; 038.04
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OS1/31/26/32 Croo Wick 038.08; 038.04
OS1/31/26/33 Calf of Linga 038.08; 038.02
OS1/31/26/33 Linga Sound 038.08; 038.02
OS1/31/26/33 South Boady Geo 038.08; 038.01
OS1/31/26/33 South of Uya Taing 038.08; 038.02
OS1/31/26/34 Head of Berg 038.08; 038.01
OS1/31/26/34 South Ward of Linga 038.08; 038.01
OS1/31/26/34 The Skate 038.08; 038.04
OS1/31/26/34 West Linga 038.08; 038.01
OS1/31/26/35 Manse 038.08; 038.03
OS1/31/26/35 Marrister 038.08; 038.03
OS1/31/26/35 Setter Hill 038.08; 038.03
OS1/31/26/36 Hundi Geo 038.08; 038.02
OS1/31/26/36 Water Geo 038.08; 038.02
OS1/31/26/37 Croo Geo 038.08; 038.05
OS1/31/26/37 North Point 038.08; 038.05
OS1/31/26/37 Outer North Point 038.08; 038.05
OS1/31/26/38 Anchor Geo 038.08; 038.05
OS1/31/26/38 Hamister 038.08; 038.06
OS1/31/26/38 North Voe 038.08; 038.05
OS1/31/26/38 Salt Ness 038.08; 038.05
OS1/31/26/39 Braga 039.12; 039.01
OS1/31/26/39 Brough 039.12; 039.01
OS1/31/26/39 Tonga 039.12; 039.01
OS1/31/26/40 Cairn 039.12; 039.01
OS1/31/26/40 Site of Chapel and Burial Grounds 039.12; 039.01
OS1/31/26/41 Braga Geo 038.08; 038.01
OS1/31/26/41 Kirn Geo 038.08; 038.01
OS1/31/26/41 Symbister Ness 038.08; 038.01
OS1/31/26/42 Post office 038.12; 038.02
OS1/31/26/42 Symbister Bay 038.12; 038.02
OS1/31/26/42 Ward of Symbisterness 038.08; 038.01
OS1/31/26/43 Brough Geo 038.12; 038.02
OS1/31/26/43 Bu Skerry 038.12; 038.02
OS1/31/26/44 Dimni Geo 038.12; 032.06
OS1/31/26/44 Ward of Clett 038.12; 038.06
OS1/31/26/45 Clett 038.12; 038.06
OS1/31/26/45 Haa Ness 038.12; 038.05
OS1/31/26/45 Whirlie 038.12; 038.06
OS1/31/26/46 Boat Hellia 038.12; 038.05
OS1/31/26/46 Sand Wick 038.12; 038.05
OS1/31/26/46 Snarri Geo 038.12; 038.05
OS1/31/26/47 Skiberhoull 038.12; 038.03
OS1/31/26/47 Sodom 038.12; 038.03
OS1/31/26/47 Bu Water 038.12; 038.03
OS1/31/26/48 Symbister Symbister Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson Postmaster Valuation Roll Admiralty Chart Cowie's Shetland "descriptive & historical" 038.12; 038.02 This name applies to a large district on the Western side of Whalsay There is three or four small houses which are in good repair in it Propt [Property] The Trustees of the Late Mr Bruce The House of Symbister & the farm [are] in this district.
OS1/31/26/48 Symbister House Symbister House Symbister House Manor House of Symbister Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson Cowie's Shetland "descriptive & historical" Valuation Roll 038.12; 038.02 This name applies to the Residence of the late Mr Bruce It is a very good substantial mansion house with extensive offices they are all slated and in good repair and they are built on an eminance a short distance east of Symbister Bay and command a very extensive view of sea and land
OS1/31/26/48 [Page] 48. Parish of Whalsey Shetland Island of Whalsey Sheet 38 Plan 12 Trace 2 [Additional Description remarks for "Symbister" in Situation column reads] In the west of this district and in Symbister Bay there is one or two good but small Piers there is also a beach on which fish is cured extensively. [Note referring to the name "Symbister" reads] Corrupted from Sund-binstadr = the farm on the sound
OS1/31/26/48 Unable to confirm exact spelling of the word "binstadr" as translation of "farm" from an online English-Old Norse dictionary.
OS1/31/26/49 Point of Gruid Gruida Point Point of Gruid Gilbert Gilbertson Sandwick Laurance Lauranson Symbister Mr Nicolson Resubmitted 038.12; 038.04 This name is given to a small Point of land situated between Pickie Goes and Blandi Goe
OS1/31/26/49 Blandi Geo Blandi Geo Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson 038.12; 038.04 This name applies to a small Creek on the southern side of Symbisterness near Sandwick Bay
OS1/31/26/49 Loch of Sandwick Loch of sandwick Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson Admiralty Chart Valuation Roll 038.12; 038.05 This name applies to a fresh water Loch situated on the northern side of Sandwick Bay and about one fourth mile South West of Symbister Proprietors the Trustees of the Late Mr Bruce
OS1/31/26/49 [Page] 49. Parish of Whalsey Shetland Island of Whalsey Sheet 38 Plan 12 Trace 4 & 5 [Pencil notes applying ot the names "Point of Gruid" and "Blandi Geo" read respectively] Probably Grjót stones Bland (Norse Blönd) [amended] Blanda is the Shetland Whey & water a common drink
OS1/31/26/50 Scarri Geos Scarvie Geo Scarvi Geo Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson 038.12; 038.04 This name applies til two small creeks on the Western side of Symbisterness
OS1/31/26/50 Ramnaberg Geo Ramnaberg Geo Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson 038.12; 038.04 This name applies to a small creek between Scarvie Goes and Pickie Goes on the Western side of Symbisterness
OS1/31/26/50 Puki Geos Pickie Geos Puki Geos Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson 038.12; 038.04 This name applies to two small creeks on the Western side of Synbisterness near Gruida Point
OS1/31/26/50 [Page] 50. Parish of Whalsey Shetland Island of Whalsay Sheet 38 Plan 12 Trace 4 [Pencil note applying to the name "Scarvi Geos" reads] Skarfi, a cormorant
OS1/31/26/50 From different ink used the version of the names "Scarvi Geos" and "Puki Geos" have been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in the name "Pundsi Geo" on page 51 of this name book.
OS1/31/26/51 Little Ness Little Ness Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson 038.12; 038.05 This name applies to a small district of arable and rough pasture situated between Loch of Sandwick and Sandwick Propt [Property] of The trustees of the Late Mr Bruce
OS1/31/26/51 Sandwick Sandwick Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson Valuation Roll Admiralty Chart 038.12; 038.05 This name applies to a small district of crofts lying to the North East of Sandwick it is chiefly arable and is occupied by Fishermen Propts [Properties] The trustees of the Late Mr Bruce
OS1/31/26/51 Pundsi Geos Punyie Goe Pundsi Geo Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson Resubmitted 038.12; 038.05 This name applies to a small creek west of Sandwick Bay and near Loch Sandwick
OS1/31/26/51 [Page] 51. Shetland Island of Whalsey Parish of Whalsey Sheet 38 Plan 12 Trace 5 [Pencil note applying to the name "Sandwick" reads] Sand-vík Sand bay
OS1/31/26/52 Quinni Clett Quinni Clett Quinni Clett Quinni Clett Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson Postmaster 038.12; 038.05 This name applies to two High-water Rocks situated between Pungie and Mill Goe
OS1/31/26/52 Mel Geo Mill Geo Mell Geo. Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson 038.12; 038.05 This name applies to a small creek on the western side of Sandwick
OS1/31/26/52 The Gaadri Gathies The Gaadri Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson 038.12; 038.05 This name applies to a smallRidge of Rocks on the Eastern side of Mill Goe and West side of Sandwick
OS1/31/26/52 [Page] 52. Parish of Whalsey Shetland Island of Whalsay Sheet 38 Plan 12 Trace 5 [annotation written against the name "Mell Geo" reads] Möl shingle or pebble beach
OS1/31/26/52 From different ink used the version of the names "Mell Geo" and "THe Gaadri" have been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Probable misspelling in the Authorities of the name "Lauranson" - likely to be "Laurenceson".
OS1/31/26/53 Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus Mr G. Gilbertson, Sandwick Mr William Anderson, Sandwick Mr James Jameson, Sandwick 038.12; 038.05 A small knoll situated on a small point on the SE. [South East] side of the Loch of Sandwick, and N. [North] of Little Ness, said to be an ancient Burial Mound. It is principally covered over with verdure, but from one or two places where the surface is broken it would appear that it is composed chiefly of burnt stones broken very small. Its history is entirely lost, and beyond mere conjecture nothing is known concerning it. It has never been opened.
OS1/31/26/53 Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus Mr G. Gilbertson, Sandwick Mr William Anderson, Sandwick Mr James Jameson, Sandwick 038.12; 038.05 A knoll situated about 6 chains SE. [South East] of the above-described. It is not quite so large as the latter; but in every other respect it is exactly similar, and is also said to be an ancient burial mound. Both objects are on the property of the Symbister Estate Trustees
OS1/31/26/53 [Page] 53. Parish of Whalsey, Shetland [Page signed] A.McDonald 2nd, Corpl, [Corporal] R.E [Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/53 The abbreviation "O.E." is written below each name - presume meaning "Old English" - for style of print to be used on the map by the draughtsman.
OS1/31/26/54 Site of Tumulus Tumulus (Site of) Tumulus (Site of) Tumulus (Site of) Mr Gilbertson, Carpenter, Sandwick Mr Hector Rendall Sandwick Mr James Jameson Sandwick 038.12; 038.06 This object, which was removed in 1870, was situated about 30 yards to the eastward of the dwellinghouse at Whirlie, in the north side of the vegetable garden attached to that house. Prior to its removal it presented the appearance of a small conical Knoll. It was composed chiefly of burnt stones broken small.
OS1/31/26/54 Stone Cist, Urns and Stone Implements found A.D 1871 Stone Cist,Urns and Stone Implement found A.D.1870 Mr G.Gilbertson, Sandwick Mr Hector Rendall, Whirlie Mr James Jameson Sandwick 038.12; 038.06 About the centre of it, and on a level with the ordinary surface, a stone Cist, about 2 feet long 1 foot broad & 1 foot deep, containing two empty urns, and a stone implement about 1 foot 6 inches in length, & 3 inches in breadth, having a round handle and tapering toward the point and edges, was found. One of the urns was made of steatite, the other which was about 2 inches thick and of the flowerpot pattern, of earthen-ware. They both crumbled to pieces after a short exposure to the air
OS1/31/26/54 [Page] 54 Parish of Whalsey, Shetland. [Page signed] A McDonald 2nd Corpl [Corporal] R.E. [Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/54 In the column "Various Modes of Spelling" the word "Implement" is in the singular but it appears as "Implements" (plural) on the map. Descriptive remarks also indicate singular.
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OS1/31/26/57 Holm of Sandwick Sandwick Holm Clett Holm Holm of Sandwick Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Mr Nicolson Postmaster Admiralty Chart Re 038.16; 038.02 This name applies to a small Island situate a short distance south of Sandwick Proprietor the Trustees of the Late Mr Bruce
OS1/31/26/57 Tonga Geo Tongue Goe Tonga Geo Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson 038.16; 038.02 This name is applied to a creek situated on the coast at the southern extremity of the district of Clett The coast here is very bold
OS1/31/26/57 Sava Skerry Sava Skerry Sava Skerry Or Outer Flessinge Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Admiralty Chart (published) Admiralty Chart (Tracing from) 038.16; 038.02 This name is applied to a small H.W. [High Water] Rock situated about ¼ mile to the S.W. [South West] of Sandwick Holm Property of the above named Trustees
OS1/31/26/57 Flaeshans of Sandwick Flaeshans of Sandwick Flessinge of Sandwick Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson Admiralty Chart 038.16; 038.01 This name is applied to a group of H.W. [High Water] Rocks situated about ¼ mile to the west of Sandwick Holm & ½ mile to the west of Haaness Property of the above named Trustees
OS1/31/26/57 [Page] 57. Shetland Island of Whalsey Parish of Whalsey Sheet 38 Trace 2 Plan 16
OS1/31/26/57 From different ink used the version of the names "Holm of Sandwick" & "Tonga Geo" have been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book - also the remains of the annotation, written in pencil, against "Holm of Sandwick". Probable misspelling in the Authorities of the name "Lauranson" - likely to be "Laurenceson".
OS1/31/26/58 The Haa The Haa Gilbert Gilbertson Sandwick Laurance Laurenson Symbister 038.16; 038.03 This name applies to a perpendicular indention in Cleat Head
OS1/31/26/58 Clett Head Cleat Head Clett Head Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Laurenson Admiralty Chart 038.16; 038.03 This name applies to a small steep Headland a short distance East of he District of Clett and about one and a half miles from Symbister
OS1/31/26/58 Hellick Hellick Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson 038.16; 038.03 This name applies to a flat Rock forming the Eastern side of Clett Head and on the southern shore of the Island of Whalsay
OS1/31/26/58 [Page] 58. Shetland Island of Whalsey Parish of Whalsey Sheet 38 Plan 16 Trace 3
OS1/31/26/58 From different ink used the version of the name "Clett Head" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Probable misspelling in the Authorities of the names "Laurenson" & "Lauranson" - likely to be "Laurenceson".
OS1/31/26/59 The Smoog Smuge The Smoog Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson 038.16; 038.03 This name applies to a small creek a short distance north of Tonga Geo
OS1/31/26/59 Gorties Geo Gorties Goe Gorties Geo Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson 038.16; 038.03 This name applies to a small creek on the southern shore of the Island of Whalsay near the Eastern side of the District of Clett
OS1/31/26/59 [Page] 59. Shetland Island of Whalsey Parish of Whalsey Sheet 38 Plan 16 Trace 3
OS1/31/26/59 From different ink used the version of the names "The Smoog" & "Gorties Geo" have been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Probable misspelling in the Authorities of the name "Lauranson" - likely to be "Laurenceson".
OS1/31/26/60 Gula Dula Gula Gilbert Gilbertson Laurence Lauranson 038.16; 038.02 This name applies to a small creek on the [southern] shore of the Island of Whalsay on the Western side of Clett
OS1/31/26/60 Stack of Lang Geo Stack of the Lang Geo Gilbert Gilbertson Laurance Lauranson 038.16; 038.02 This name applies to a high-water rock which is situated on the western side of Clett Head
OS1/31/26/60 Lang Geo of the Head Lang Geo of the Head Gilbert Gilbertson Sandwick Laurance Lauranson Symbister 038.16; 038.02 This name applies to a [curved] narrow creek forming the western side of Clett Head on the southern side of the Island of Whalsay
OS1/31/26/60 [Page] 60. Shetland Island of Whalsey Parish of Whalsay Sheet 38 Plan 16 Trace 3
OS1/31/26/60 From different ink used the version of the name "Gula" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Unable to determine the initials to the alteration to the name "Lang Geo of the Head". Probable misspelling in the Authorities of the name "Lauranson" - likely to be "Laurenceson".
OS1/31/26/61 Skeo of the Holm Skeo of the Holm, Skeo of the Holm, Skeo of the Holm, Skeo of the Holm, Mr Gilbert Gilbertson, Sandwick Mr James Jameson, Sandwick Mr Hector Randall, Sandwick Mr William Williamson, Sandwick 038.16; 038.03 A heap of stones situated on the west side of the Holm of Sandwick. It is said to be the remains of an ancient circular building. Natives of 50 years of age and upwards, resident in Sandwick and Clett can remember when a wall of great strength & thickness stood round the margin of the present cairn to a height of about 6 feet, of this wall, however, there is now no trace. No conjecture is offered as to the original nature, use or purpose of this object. It is not beleived to have been a Brough, and it is distinctly stated never to have been used as a "Skeo" at any period. It is said to be an antiquity, but beyond what is here stated no information is obtainable.
OS1/31/26/61 [Page] 61. Parish of Whalsey, Shetland, [page signed] A. McDonald 2nd Corpl [Corporal] R.E. [Royal Engineers] [written below the name in List of Names column} Stump
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OS1/31/26/63 Andooing Skerry Andowing Skerry Andooing Skerry Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 This name is applied to a large low water rock situated on the N [North] East of Kirk Ness at very low tides it is accessible from the land_
OS1/31/26/63 Church Church (Quoad Sacra) Revd [Reverend] M Stobie The Manse Whalsay Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson Oliver & Boyd's Almanac 1875 039.01; 039.01 Applies to the only place of worship on the Island of Whalsay. it is situated on a small insulated headland on the West coast of the same Island_ It is seated for 380 persons andis in good repair, a few years ago this Church was turned into a Ph [Parish] Church (Quoad Sacra)
OS1/31/26/63 Kirk Ness Kirk Ness Admiralty Chart Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a small arable and insulated headland on the N W [North West] coast of the Island of Whalsay_ The Ph [Parish] Church of Whalsay is built on this headland hence the name
OS1/31/26/63 [Page] 63. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Page initialled] A.M [A. McDonald 2nd Corporal Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/63 From different ink used the version of the name Andooing Skerry has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/64 Houb Houb Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a small inland loch or Bay, during calm weather and neap tides the sea does not flow into it It is situated to the S.W. [South West] of the church and separated from the N. [North] Voe of Brough and South Voe of Brough by two narrow raised beaches
OS1/31/26/64 Mooa Geo Mooa Geo Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a small creek on the East of Kirkness and about seven chains to the North East of the church on the same headland
OS1/31/26/64 North Voe of Brough North Voe of Brough Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a Bay situated to the East of the church and to North of the district of the same name, it forms a pretty good harbour_
OS1/31/26/64 [Page] 64. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Page initialled] A.M [A. McDonald 2nd Corporal Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/65 Ayra Cro Arrie Cro Ayra Cro Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister D. Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a small creek situated about ¼ mile to the N [North] of the Public School and about ½ mile to the East of the Church_
OS1/31/26/65 Houll of Challister Houll of Challister Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I S Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay D. Hughson 039.01; 039.02 This name applies to a small and prominent headland situated about ¾ of a mile to the N. [North] East of the church and a short distance to the N. [North] West of the district of Challister_
OS1/31/26/65 Lee Lee Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Val [Valuation] Roll David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a croft and crofter's dwelling situated on the N W [North West] of the Island of Whalsay. The dwelling is one storey high Thatched and in indifferent repair_
OS1/31/26/65 [Page] 65. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Page initialled] A.M [A. McDonald 2nd Corporal Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/65 From different ink used the version of the name Ayra Cro has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/66 Foul Wick Foul Wick Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a small creek situated at the South West of Kirkness and about 5 chains to the West of the church _
OS1/31/26/66 Hraan Geo Wrew Goe Hraan Geo Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a small creek situated a short distance to the East of The North Voe of Brough and about ¼ mile to the East of the church_
OS1/31/26/66 Scamagarth Scamagarth Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 This name is applied to a beach lying to the North East of the South Voe of Brough and a short distance to the S [South] west of the church_
OS1/31/26/66 [Page] 66. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/66 From different ink used the version of the name Hraan has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/67 Challister Challister Challisetter Valuation Roll Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbester Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson Brough Johnstons Map & Admiralty Chart 039.01; 039.02 This name is applied to a small hamlet on the North East of the Island of Whalsay - there are a number of small crofts and a small hamlet of crofters dwellings the whole of which are thatched and in indifferent repair_
OS1/31/26/67 Vats Houll Vats-houll Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.01 Applies to a hamlet on the N [North] West of the Island of Whalsay and about 1 mile to the E [East] of the church There are two crofters dwellings which are thatched and in bad repair_
OS1/31/26/67 Zoar Zoar Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.02 Applies to a small croft and crofters dwelling the latter is thatched and in bad repair. It is situated to the South of Challister_
OS1/31/26/67 [Page] 67. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Page initialled] A.M [A. McDonald 2nd Corporal Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/68 Bratti Geo Bratti Geo Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbester Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.02 Applies to a small creek to the N [North] of Challister and about 1 mile to the N [North] East of the church
OS1/31/26/68 Nista Taing Nista Taing Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbester Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.02 Applies to a large High Water Rock situated about ¼ mile to the N [North] East of the district of Challister and to the East of the district of Vatshoull. It is connected with the land at half an hour of ebb tide and forms a small jutting headland
OS1/31/26/68 The Bugg The Bugg Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbester Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.02 This name is applied to a small and rocky creek situated to the N. [North] West of the district of Challister and to the East of the Houl of Challister_
OS1/31/26/68 [Page] 68. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/69 Brough Brough Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I S Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay Val [Valuation] Roll David Hughson Admiralty Chart Orkney & Shetland Guide 1878 Johnston's Map. 039.01; 039.04 This name is applied to a large district on the West coast of the Island of Whalsay- there are a number of crofts and crofter's dwellings All the dwellings are thatched and in indifferent repair_
OS1/31/26/69 Loch Vats-houll Loch Vats-houll Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I S Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.03 Applies to a large Loch situated to the East of the district of the same name It is also situated about ¾ of amile to the East of the church_
OS1/31/26/69 Vata Houll Voe Vats-houll Voe Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I S Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.03 Applies to a small creek situated about ¾ of a mile to the East of the church and to the N [North] West of the district of the same name_
OS1/31/26/69 [Page] 69. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Page initialled] A.M [A. McDonald 2nd Corporal Royal Engineers] [Note below the name "Loch Vats-houll" reads] Two Words
OS1/31/26/70 Creediknowe Creedyknowe Creediknowe Creediknowe Valuation Roll Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster David Hughson 039.01; 039.04 This name is applied to a small hamlet laid out into small crofts The dwellings in connection with these crofts are all thatched and in bad repair. It is situated on a small prominent hillock a short distance to the N [North] East of Brough_
OS1/31/26/70 Creeds Creeds Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson. P.M. [Post Master] Symbister Whalsay David Hughson Brough 039.01; 039.04 Applies to a small croft situated immediately to the East of Creedyknowe The dwelling thereon is thatched and in bad repair_
OS1/31/26/70 Houll Houll Valuation Rpll Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.04 This name is applied to a hamlet in the interior of the island of Whalsay. It is situated in the district of Brough, and about ¼ mile to the SE [South East] of the church_
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OS1/31/26/71 Scarfmoor Burn Scarfmoor Burn Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I S Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.04 Applies to a small stream rising a short distance to the West of Loch Houll. It flows chiefly in a North and Easterly direction and enters the sea a short distance North East of Brough Head.
OS1/31/26/71 School School (Boys & Girls) Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson 039.01; 039.05 This name applies to a Board school situated about ½ mile to the S [South] East of the Church and a short distance to the East of Houll and Brough Also about 2 miles to the N [North] of Symbister. There is a Schoolmaster's house and offices attached also two small play-grounds & small field. The whole are slated and in good repair. It was opened on the 4th June 1877 It has accomodation for 90 scholars (male and feamel). There is a feamal Teacher or Sewing Mistress
OS1/31/26/71 Tripwell Tripwell Valuation Roll Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister David Hughson Valuation Roll. 039.01; 039.04 Applies to a dweling & croft The dwelling is thatched and in fair repair It is situated about ¼ mile to the South of the Hamlet of Brough and about ½ mile to the S. [South] West of the church
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OS1/31/26/71 Word in brackets and before Teacher looks like "feamel" - misspelling for female
OS1/31/26/72 Burns Burns Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Val [Valuation] Roll David Hughson 039.01; 039.05 Applies to a few crofter's dwellings and crofts situated about ½ mile to the South East of the church All the dwellings are thatched and in bad repair
OS1/31/26/72 Mire of Leedale Mire of Leedale Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Whalsay David Hughson 039.01; 039.05 Aplies to a mossy flat situated about one half mile to the South East of the School house and a little over ½ mile to the South of Challister
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OS1/31/26/73 Brough Brough (Site of Pictish Fort) Brough (Site of) Mr Nicholson Postmaster Mr D. Hughson Brough Mr L. Laurenson Symbister 039.01; 039.04 This name is applied to the Remains of an "Old Brough" consisting of a heap of rubbish, None of the walls can be seen but some of the old men about the place remembers when some of the walls stood a few feet in height Its foundation can still be traced. It is situated on a small knoll at the north end of a row of houses in Brough district The name of this distrist is taken from the "Old Fort or Brough"_
OS1/31/26/73 [Page] 73. Shetland Island of Whalsey Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/73 From different ink used the version of the name "Brough (Site of) has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/74 The Leeans The Leeans The Leeans The Leeans Mr James Paton, Vatshoull Mr Laurence Simpson, Vaivoe Mr William Irvine, Challister 039.01; 039.02 A declivity situated between Gamlafield & Loch of Vatshoull and extending nearly ¾ mile in a S.SW. [South South West] direction from the east end of said loch.
OS1/31/26/74 Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus Tumulus Mr William Irvine, Challister Mr Theodore Kay, Challister Mr Joseph Kay, Challister 039.01; 039.02 A curved oblomg mound about 24 yards long 10 broad and 8 feet high, situated about 4 chains north east of the houses at Challister said to be an ancient Burial mound. It appears to be composed chiefly of small broken stones, having the appearance of being burnt. There is no tradition relating to it.
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OS1/31/26/74 [Page] 74. Parish of Whalsey Shetland [Signed] A.McDonald 2nd [Corpl] Corporal R.E. [Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/74 In Descriptive Remarks for the name "The Leeans" the name "Gamlafield" is spelt "Gamla Vord" on following page & on 6" map (Shetland Sheet 39)
OS1/31/26/75 Flossy Knowes Flossy Knowes Flossy Knowes Flossy Knowes Mr. William Leask, Isbister Mr. James Irvine, Skaw. Mr. James Polson Skaw 039.02; 039.04 A group of small hillocks and ridges situated immediately N. [North] of Isbister, E. [East] of Gamla Vord and S. [South] of Pettigarthsfield.
OS1/31/26/75 Gamla Vord Gamla Vord Gamla Vord Gamla Vord Mr James Irvine, Skaw. Mr James Paton, Vatshoull Mr William Leask, Isbister 039.02; 039.04 Alarge mossy, heathy hill, situated about half a mile southeast of Vatshoull and about the same distance NW. [North West] of Isbister.
OS1/31/26/75 Pettigarths Field Pettigarthsfield Pettigarthsfield Pettigarthsfield Pettigarths Field Mr William Leask, Isbister Mr James Irvine, Skaw. Mr. James Polson, Skaw 039.02; 039.02 A small rocky hill, situated immediately north of the northeast end of Flossy Knowes, and about 10 chains E. [East] from the E. [East] end of Gamla Vord.
OS1/31/26/75 [Page] 75. Parish of Whalsey, Shetland, [Signed] A.McDonald 2nd.Corpl, [Corporal R,E, [Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/75 From different ink used the version of the name [Pettigarths Field] has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/76 Longi Geo of Skaw Longi Geo of Skaw Longi Geo of Skaw Longi Geo of Skaw Longi Geo of Skaw Mr James Irvine, Skaw. Mr. James Polson, Skaw Mr. Laurence Bruce, Skaw Mr William Leask, Isbister 039.02; 039.03 A long deep and narrow Creek situated immediately north of North Surret and west of Keen, on the E [East] coast of Whalsay.
OS1/31/26/76 Mid Breck Mid Breck Mid Breck Mid Breck Mr James Irvine, Skaw. Mr. James Polson, Skaw Mr Laurence Bruce Skaw 039.02; 039.02 A low round hillock,situated about equal distance between Muckle Breck and Pettigarths field, and about 20 chains W. [West] from South Surret.
OS1/31/26/76 [Page] 76. Parish of Whalsey, Shetland, [Signed] A.McDonald 2nd. Corpl. [Corporal] R.E. [Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/77 Helliera Yansie Hellierans Helliera Yansie Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.02; 039.02 Is applied to a small creek having a narrow cave at its end, running a short distance inland, situated on the south side of the creek known as South Surret_
OS1/31/26/77 North Surret North Surret Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.02; 039.03 Is applied to a large creek situated about ½ mile to the N.E. [North East] of Lusastane and immediately South of Longi Geo of Skaw.
OS1/31/26/77 Sand Geo Sand Geo Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.02; 039.02 Applies to a small creek situated a short distance N. [North] of Whelsiegeo Stacks, & ½ mile N.E. [North East] of Lusastane_
OS1/31/26/77 South Surret South Surret Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.02; 039.02 This name is applied to a large creek situated 26 chains to the N.E. [North East] of Lusastane
OS1/31/26/77 [Page] 77. Whalsey Island Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Signed] A.McDonald 2nd Corpl [Corporal] R.E. [Royal Engineers]
OS1/31/26/77 From different ink used the version of the name "Helliera Yansie" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/78 Djeepoba Gepoba Djeepoba Mr. L Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.02 Applied to a creek situated on the east shore of Whalsay & adjacent & north of Lusastane
OS1/31/26/78 Lusastane Lusastane Mr. L Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.02 This name is applied to a prominent point on the east shore of "Whalsay" a few chains to the north of the small bay called Yosely_
OS1/31/26/78 Murie Murie Mr. L Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.02 Aplies to a small creek, situated 6 chains to the N.E [North East] of Lusastane_
OS1/31/26/78 Whelsie Geo Whelsey Goe Whelsie Geo Mr. L Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.02 Applies to a large creek on the east shore of Whalsay & 11 chains N.E. [North East] of Lusastane
OS1/31/26/78 Whelsiegeo Stacks Whelseygoe Stacks Whelsiegeo Stack Mr. L Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.02 Applies to high water rocks situated on the north side of Whelsey Goe, & 16 chains N.E. [North East] of "Lusastane"_
OS1/31/26/78 [Page] 78. Whalsay Isd. [Island] Shetland. Parish of Whalsey [Note under the name "Lusastane" reads] Lussa Stane? AM [Initials of A.McDonald 2nd Corporal Royal engineers} [Note in the Sheet Number column referring to the name "Lusastane" reads] Ljossa-stein = Shining stone [Note in the Sheet Number column referring to the name "Djeepoba" reads] Djupi = deep Baa Shetland occasionally for a creek
OS1/31/26/78 From different ink used the version of the names "Djeepoba", "Whelsie Geo" & "Whelsiegeo Stacks" have been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/79 Ballie Geo Balley Goe Ballie Geo Mr L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Whalsay Mr Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.03 Is applied to a small creek, situated 7 chains to the N.E. [North East] of North Surret_
OS1/31/26/79 Keen Keen Mr L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Whalsay Mr Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.03 Is applied to a small headland, situated on the north side of North Surret_
OS1/31/26/79 Lagart Geo Lagart Geo Mr L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Whalsay Mr Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.03 Is applied to a small creek, situated 9 chains to the N.E. [North East] of North Surret_
OS1/31/26/79 Yoxie Geo Yoxey Yoxie Geo Mr L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Whalsay Mr Lisk Isbister 039.02; 039.05 Is applied to a small bay, situated a short distance south of Lusastane. The north side of this bay is bold and rocky
OS1/31/26/79 [Page] 79. Whalsey Island, Shetland. Parish of Whalsey [Note under the name "Yoxie Geo" reads] "Ox or Ux an Ox" (The Shetland dialect generally calls it Yox or Yux)
OS1/31/26/79 From different ink used the version of the names "Ballie Geo" & "Yoxie Geo" have been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Bringers" on page 82..
OS1/31/26/80 Gloupa Glippa Gloupa Mr L. Laurenceson Mr Nicolson Mr Lisk Re-submitted 039.02; 039.05 Is applied to a small creek on the east shore of Whalsay, and a short distance to the south of Longie Goe.
OS1/31/26/80 Longi Geo of Skaw Longie Goe Longi Geo Mr L. Laurenceson Mr Nicolson Mr Lisk 039.02; 039.05 Is applied to a large creek, situated about ¼ of a mile to the S.W. [South West] of Lusastane. The rocks on the land side of this Goe is very bold & steep. Considered the highes on Whalsay Island.
OS1/31/26/80 Longigeo Stack Longie Goe Stack Longigeo Stack Mr L. Laurenceson Mr Nicolson Mr Lisk 039.02; 039.05 Is applied to a high water rock, situated about 7 chains to the N.E. [North East] of "Longie Goe"
OS1/31/26/80 Taing Geo Taing Geo Mr L. Laurenceson Mr Nicolson Mr Lisk 039.02; 039.05 This name is applied to a small creek, situated about 16 chains to the S.W. [South West] of Lusastane
OS1/31/26/80 [Page] 80. Whalsay Island. Shetland_ Parish of Whalsey [Note under the name "Gloupa" reads] Norse Gljufr, a chasm (as Gloup Voe in the north of Yell) probably applied formerly to the hole into which the tide flows_
OS1/31/26/80 From different ink used the version of the names "Longigeo Stack" & "Longi Geo" have been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Bringers" on page 82..
OS1/31/26/81 Loch of Houll Loch of Houll Mr L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.01 This name is applied to a large fresh water loch, situated about ½ of a mile to the south of the district of Brough.
OS1/31/26/81 The Houll The Houll Mr L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.01 This name is applied to a large flat hill, situated adjacent and to the east of Loch of Houll
OS1/31/26/81 Whalsey Whalsay Lsland Whalsay Whalsay Whalsay Whalsay Whalsay Whalsey Island Whalsey Island Mr L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister Valuation Roll Cowie's Shetland "discription & historical" Extracts from Fullertons Gazetteer Orkney & Shetland Guide 1878 Oliver & Boyd's Almanac 1875 Orkney & Shetland Guide Peace's Orkney Almanac Andersons Guide to the Highlands Stat [Statistical] a/c [account] of Scotland Admiralty Chart Johnston's Map 039.02; 039.05 This name is applied to a large island, situated on the east side of Shetland, and about 2½ miles from the nearest mainland, also about 14 miles from Lerwick. Its length from Symbister ness to Skawtaing is 5¾ miles, & average breadth 1½ miles. Most of the land contiguous to the shore is cultivated whilst the centre is a track of heathy pasture Principal industry of the inhabitants are the cod & line fishing, which is carried on very successfully. There is a sub P. [Post] office on this island at Symbister Proprietor. Trustees of the late Mr. Bruce Symbister House Whalsay, together with some islets in its vicinity, anciently formed a parish, but is now included in the parish of Nesting. It has still however a church of its own which is served by a missionary there is a manse in connection with the above ch [church] also a small field which serves as a glebe
OS1/31/26/81 [Page] 81. Island of Whalsey Shetland Parish of Whalsey [note under the name "Loch of Houll" reads] (Italic Capitals)
OS1/31/26/81 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Bringers" on page 82.
OS1/31/26/82 Bringers Bringers Bringers Bringers Mr James Leask Treawick Mr Walter Hughson The Hamars Mr W. Leask Isbister 039.05; 039.04 039.05; 039.05 An eminence comprehending a group of knolls, situated between "Little Water" and "Loch of Stanefield"
OS1/31/26/82 Little Water Little Water Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.04 This name is applied to a small loch, situated about ¾ of a mile to the north of the loch known as Loch of Huxter.
OS1/31/26/82 Loch of Lirister Loch of Livister Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.04 This name is applied to a loch, situated about ¼ of a mile to the north of the loch known as Loch of Huxter.
OS1/31/26/82 Sneugans Sneugans Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.04 This name is applied to a small hill, situated about 12 chains to the west of the loch known as Loch of Livister.
OS1/31/26/82 [Page] 82. Whalsey Island Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Page signed] William Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]
OS1/31/26/82 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Bringers" on this page.
OS1/31/26/83 Falsa Falsa Falsa Falsa Falsa Mr James Leask, Treawick. Mr Walter Hughson, The Hamars. Mr W. Leask, Isbister. Mr L. Lawrenceson Hamister 039.05; 039.06 A marsh situated on the W. [West] side of "Treawick," and about ½ a mile south of "Nuckro Water,"
OS1/31/26/83 Falsa Geo Falsa Goe Falsa Geo Mr L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. W. Lisk Isbister 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a small creek, situated on the sea shore near the southern extremity of the district of Treawick.
OS1/31/26/83 Noust of Treawick Noust of Treawick Mr L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. W. Lisk Isbister 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a small ceek where boats are landed at, situated on the shore of Treawick
OS1/31/26/83 Polson's Kirn Polson's Kirn Mr L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. W. Lisk Isbister 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a small creek on the sea shore 14 chains N.E. [North East] of the Noust of Treawick -
OS1/31/26/83 [Page] 83. Whalsey Island, Shetland_ Parish of Whalsey [Page signed] W. Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]
OS1/31/26/83 From different ink used the version of the name "Treawick" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Falsa" on this page.
OS1/31/26/84 Berg Berg Mr. L Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a farm house one storey high, thatched & in ordinary repair, situated adjacent & to the N.E. [North East] of Treawick
OS1/31/26/84 Loch Isbister Loch Isbister Mr. L Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.03 This name is applied to a pretty large fresh water loch, situated adjacent and to the west of the district of Isbister _
OS1/31/26/84 Mid Vord Mid Vord Mid Vord Mid Vord Mid Vord Mr W. Leask Isbister. Mr L. Lawrenceson, Hamister. Mr James Leask Treawick. Mr Walter Hughson, The Hamars 039.05; 039.06 A conspicuous small Hill situated on the N. [North] side of Treawick, and about midway between "Vats Vord," and "Nuns Vord,"
OS1/31/26/84 Nuns Yard Nuns Vord Mr. L Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a small knoll, situated about ¼ of a mile to the N.E. [North East] of Treawick _
OS1/31/26/84 [Page] 84. Whalsey Island Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Page signed] Wm Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]
OS1/31/26/84 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Mid Vord" on this page.
OS1/31/26/85 Falsa Burn Falsa Burn Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a small stream issuing out of Nuckro Water, & flowing in a southerly direction for about ¼ of a mile till it enters a marsh & thence in an easterly direction till it enters the sea 3 chains to the south of Falsa Goe.
OS1/31/26/85 Treawick Treawick Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a small and partly cultivated district. The dwellings are all one storey high & thatched, situated on the east side of Whalsay Island & about 1 mile to the N.E. [North East] of Huxter - Proprietors. Trustees of the late Mr Bruce of Symbister House
OS1/31/26/85 Vats Vord Vats Vord Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a small knoll, situated between the loch known as Nuckro Water & the district of Treawick.
OS1/31/26/85 Page] 85. Whalsey Island. Shetland - Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/85 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Mid Vord" on page 84.
OS1/31/26/86 Loch of Stanefield Loch of Stanefield Loch of Stanefield Loch of Stanefield Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. W. Lisk Taft Isbister 039.05; 039.05 This name is applied to a small loch situated about ¼ mile to the west of Nuckro Water, and adjacent and N.W. [North West] of the knoll known as Stanefield.
OS1/31/26/86 Nuckro Water Nuckro Water Nuckro Water Nuckro Water Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Mr. W. Lisk 039.05; 039.06 This name is applied to a loch situated about ¼ of a mile to the N.W. [North West] of the district of Treawick Proprietor - Trustees of the late Mr. Bruce of Symbister.
OS1/31/26/86 Stane Field Stane Field Stane Field Stane Field Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Mr. W. Lisk 039.05; 039.05 This name is applied to a small Knoll situated about ¼ mile to the West of Nuckro Water.
OS1/31/26/86 [Page] 86 Whalsey Island. Shetland. Parish of Whalsey.
OS1/31/26/86 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Mid Vord" on page 84.
OS1/31/26/87 Croo Baas Croo Baas Croo Baas Croo Baas Mr W. Leask, Isbister. Mr James Leask Treawick Mr L. Lawrenson Hamister. 039.05; 039.06 A tract of flat rocks, situated above & below H.W.M [High Water Mark] and between "Falsa Geo" and "Noust of Treawick"
OS1/31/26/87 [Page] 87 Parish of Whalsey, Whalsey, Shetland. [Page signed] Wm Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]
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OS1/31/26/89 Colrigirts Colvegards Colvigirts Mr. L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr W Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.04 This name is applied to a headland, covered with rocks boulders & stones, situated a short distance to the south of "South Ayre".
OS1/31/26/89 Croo Geos Croo Geos Mr. L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr W Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.02 This name is applied to two narrow creeks, situated 15 chains to the N.E. [North East] of Nisthouse Ness
OS1/31/26/89 Gardhouse Gardhouse Mr. L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr W Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a house, situated near the N.E. [North East] extremity of the district of Isbister.
OS1/31/26/89 Isbister Isbister Mr. L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr W Lisk Isbister Johnston's Map Admiralty Chart Valuation Roll Orkney & Shetland Guide 73 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a partly cultivated district situated on the east coast of Whalsay Island, & north of Treawick. The houses on it are all one storey high, thatched, & in ordinary repair.
OS1/31/26/89 [Page] 89 Shetland Parish of Whalsey [note below the name "Croo Geos" reads]: Written on body of Sheet 39.2
OS1/31/26/89 From the style of writing only the first three of the seven authorities of "Isbister" would come under "Same Authorities" for the other names on this page. Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Mid Vord" on page 84. From different ink used the version of the name "Colvigirts" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/90 Brandy Hole Brandy Hole Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.06; 039.04 This name is applied to a creek or small bay situated between Nidde Goe & the point known as Colvegards.
OS1/31/26/90 Narri Geo Nabby Goe Navvi Geo Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.06; 039.04 This name is applied to a small creek, situated 15 chains S.W. [South West] of Colvigirts The rocks on the N.W. [North West] side of this Goe are steep.
OS1/31/26/90 Niddi Geo Nidde Goe Niddi Geo Mr. L. Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Mr. Lisk 039.06; 039.04 This name is applied to a creek, situated between Brandy Hole & Neby Goe & about a half mile to the south of Isbister.
OS1/31/26/90 [Page] 90. Shetland Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/90 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Mid Vord" on page 84. From different ink used the version of the names "Niddi Geo" and "Navvi Geo" have been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Initials "W.F.", applied to the change of spelling for the name "Colvigirts" in the description of "Navvi Geo", refer to William Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]
OS1/31/26/91 Nisthouse Nisthouse Mr. L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a cluster of houses situated in the district of Isbister They are all one storey high thatched & in ordinary repair.
OS1/31/26/91 Sanswell Sans-well Mr. L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a few houses in the district of Isbister & N.W. [North West] of Taft All in ordinary repair
OS1/31/26/91 South Ayrre South Ayre Mr. L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a beach of stones & boulders. Situated on the coast adjacent and to the south of Isbister.
OS1/31/26/91 Taft Taft Mr. L. Laurenceson Symbister Mr. Nicolson Postmaster Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a cluster of houses in the district of Isbister. They are all one storey high thatched & in poor repair.
OS1/31/26/91 [Page] 91. Shetland Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/91 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Mid Vord" on page 84. The hyphen, appearing in the Modes of Spelling column for the name "Sans-well", is not shown on the published map - spelt "Sanswell".
OS1/31/26/92 Nisthouse Ness Nisthouse Ness Mr. Laurence Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a small headland situated on the shore on the east side of Isbister.
OS1/31/26/92 North Ayre North Ayre Mr. Laurence Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a beach of stones & boulders on the shore of Isbister & north of Wick of Nisthouse.
OS1/31/26/92 The Clett THe Clett Mr. Laurence Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a point of rocks jutting into the sea, on the east side of Isbister & south of Wick of Nisthouse.
OS1/31/26/92 Wick of Nisthouse Wick of Nisthouse Mr. Laurence Laurenceson Mr. Nicolson Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.06; 039.01 This name is applied to a small bay, situated adjacent and on the east of Isbister & S.W. [South West] of Nisthouse Ness.
OS1/31/26/92 [Page] 92. Shetland Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/92 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as shown against the name "Mid Vord" on page 84.
OS1/31/26/93 Britch Hellia Britch Hellia Britch Hellia Britch Hellia Mr W. Leask, Tenant, Isbister. Mr James Leask, Treawick. Mr L. Lawrenceson, Hamister 039.06; 039.04 A creek in the coast situated in the east coast of Whalsey and between "Nisthouse Ness" and "Gord"
OS1/31/26/93 Gord Gord Gord Gord Mr W. Leask, Tenant, Isbister. Mr James Leask, Treawick. Mr L. Lawrenceson, Hamister 039.06; 039.04 A blunt rocky point, situated on the east coast of Whalsey and between "Britch Hellia" & "Croo Geo".
OS1/31/26/93 Niddigeo Niddigeo Niddigeo Niddigeo Niddigeo Mr L. Lawrenceston, Hamister. Mr James Leask, Treawick. Mr W. Leask, Isbister. Mr Robert Sutherland Occupier 039.06; 039.04 A thatched dwelling house situated on the east coast of Whalsey and nearly ½ a mile south of "Taft." It is the property of the[Feus] of the late Mr Bruce of Whalsey.
OS1/31/26/94 Site of Chapel and Burial Grounds Chapel (Site of) Chapel (Site of) Chapel (Site of) Chapel (Site of) Mr W. Leask, Tenant, Isbister. Mr Robert Sutherland , Niddigeo. Mr James Leask, Treawick. Mr L. Lawrenceston, Hamister. 039.06; 039.01 A piece of rough pasture generally known to be the site of a Romish Chapel: The remains of the Chapel were removed a few years ago for building purposes: There is also a Burial Ground partly enclosed by an old bank inside of which bank there still remains stones said to be tombstones: in the N. [North] side of it stands a vegetable garden, where human remains were brought to view some years ago No information of any importance can be gleaned relating to these objects, but they are considered to belong to an ancient date (Situation) a short distance South east of Nisthouse.
OS1/31/26/94 Burial Ground Burial Ground Burial Ground Burial Ground Burial Ground Mr L. Lawrenceston Hamister Mr Robert Sutherland , Niddigeo Mr James Leask, Treawick Mr W. Leask, Tenant, Isbister 039.06
OS1/31/26/94 Knowe of Willerhoull Knowe of Willerhoull (Tumulus) Knowe of Willerhoull (Tumulus) Knowe of Willerhoull (Tumulus) Mr James Leask, Treawick. Mr W. Leask, Isbister. Mr Robert Sutherland Niddigeo 039.06; 039.01 A conspicuous, oblong, green mound, generally known to be an ancient Burial mound or Tumulus: It is situated about midway between "Taft" & "Nisthouse."
OS1/31/26/94 [Page] 94. Parish of Whalsey, Shetland. [note below the name "Knowe of Willerhoull" reads]: Willer Houll wd [would] have been better: Houll means Knowe
OS1/31/26/94 Description given to "Chapel" covers also "Burial Ground"
OS1/31/26/95 Livister Livister Mr. L. Laurenson Mr. Nicolson Magnus Nicolson Livister Orkney & Shetland Guide 1878 039.09; 039.01 This name is applied to a very small district situated at the north end of "Loch of Huxter_" a schoolhouse is the only house on it
OS1/31/26/95 [Page] 95. Shetland Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/96 Grunnels Geo Grunnels Geo Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson, Postmaster Symbister Mr. Robertson Hamister 039.09; 039.05 This goe is situated close to Grumuls Goe Stack and a little to the west of Guttald Goe.
OS1/31/26/96 Horse Knowe Horse Knowe Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson, Postmaster Symbister Mr. Robertson Hamister 039.09; 039.05 This name applies to asmall hillock to the south east on Whalsay Is [Island] and a little to the west of Grumuls Goe.
OS1/31/26/96 [Page] 96. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey.
OS1/31/26/97 Ayrie Geo Ayrie Geo Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister James Leask Treawick 039.09; 039.03 This small rocky inlet is about ¼ mile east of Stoor Goe, and about ½ mile east of Huxter and a little to the west of Rueir Head.
OS1/31/26/97 Rooier Head Rooier Head Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.09; 039.03 This name is applied to a rocky headland on the east coast of Whalsay and about ½ mile south of Treawick
OS1/31/26/97 Stour Geo Stour Geo Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister James Leask Treawick 039.09; 039.02 This small inlet is situated about ¼ mile north of Vevdastack and about ½ mile east of Huxter At this place the rocks on the coast are very steep and rugged
OS1/31/26/97 [Page] 97. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/97 Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as per the authority "James Leask" on this page. Alterations to the spellings of the names "Stour Geo" and "Ayrie Geo" have been initialled "WF" [William Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]]
OS1/31/26/98 Burn of Huxter Huxter Burn Burn of Huxter Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr Lisk Isbister 039.09; 039.02 This is a small stream flowing out of Loch Huxter [and] falling into the sea at Vevdastack.
OS1/31/26/98 Huxter Huxter Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr Lisk Isbister Valuation Roll Johnstons' Map 039.09; 039.02 This name applies to a small district situated near [the] south east end of Whalsay and about 1 mile east of [Symbister] There are 4 dwelling houses in the district, one story [high &] thatched. The property is under the Trustees of the late [Mr Bruce] of Symbister.
OS1/31/26/98 Veeda Stack Veeda Stack Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr Lisk Isbister Mr James Leask Treawick 039.09; 039.02 This name applies to a small point of flat rocks running [out into the?] sea to the south east of Huxter and about a quarter [mile?] east of the east end of Loch Huxter
OS1/31/26/98 [Page] 98. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Comment in Situation column reads] Haug-setr the pasture of the cairn or Hauk-setr from Hauk a hawk, & a man's name
OS1/31/26/98 In the Descriptive Remarks for the name "Huxter" [Mr Bruce] taken from the description of the name "Treawick" on page 85. Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask, as per the authority "James Leask" on this page. Alterations to the spelling of the name "Veeda Stack" have been initialled "WF" [William Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]] From different ink used the version of the name "Burn of Huxer" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/99 Ward of Huxter Huxter Ward Ward of Huxter Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson Mr Polson Mr. Robertson Hamister 039.09; 039.02 This name applies to a small hill above Huxter to the north
OS1/31/26/99 Waterhamars Waterhamars Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson Mr Polson Mr. Robertson Hamister 039.09; 039.04 This small hill is situated about 1 mile east of Symbister and about ¾ mile south of Huxter and about 20 chains north west of Horse Knowe It has a rocky face on the south side
OS1/31/26/99 Ward of Hevdafield Ward of Hevdafield Laurence Laurenceson Mr Nicholson Mr Polson Mr. Robertson Hamister 039.09; 039.05 This name applies to a small hill situated about halfway between Waterhamars and Hevda Skerry and about ¼ mile north of Horse Knowe
OS1/31/26/99 [Page] 99. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [Note written under the annotation "Same Authorities" for the name "Waterhamars" reads]: Vatn-hamarr = Rocks of the loch
OS1/31/26/99 From different ink used the version of the name "Ward of Huxter" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Although the surveyors writing seems to show the names as "Ward of Hivdafield" and Hivda Skerry" they appear on the OS map as "Ward of Hevdafield" and "Hevda Skerry". The writing of the names "Hevda Skerry" and "Hevda" on pages 102 & 103 respectively show the letter "e" more distinctly.
OS1/31/26/100 Loch of Huxter Huxter Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister Mr Polson. Huxter Magnus Nicholson Teacher Huxter 039.09; 039.01 This loch is situated a little to the south of Huxter village and about 1 mile east of North Voe. It is a fresh water Loch The remains of a Pictish Fort stands on its southern shore connected to the land by a stone causeway leading to the fort.
OS1/31/26/100 Brough Brough of Huxter (Remains of Old Fort) Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister Mr Polson. Huxter Magnus Nicholson Teacher Huxter 039.09; 039.01 This is an old fort situated on a small island of the south end of Loch of Huxter. The only portion of this fort which is a few feet above ground is the portion shown on trace a a ruin which has been the entrance to the building the entrance can still be seen & a large stone covering it. The ruins of a cell on each side of the doorway can be seen, they are of an oval shape.
OS1/31/26/100 School School Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister Mr Polson. Huxter Magnus Nicholson Teacher Huxter Orkney & Shetland Guide 1878 039.09; 039.01 This school is situated a little to the north of the north west end of Loch Huxter. It is supported by the Established Church in School Fees. Average attendance about 30 Hours of attendance 10 a.m. to 4 P.M. It is attended by both boys and girls This is the old Quoad Sacra Parish School and is still in use.
OS1/31/26/100 [Page] 100. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [additional information on "Brough of Huxter", written adjacent to its description, as follows]: A block of masonry 36 feet 12 feet thick and about 4 feet high having a circular space on the N. [North] side enclosed by a stone wall about 6 feet thick and three feet high: A great many of the stones were removed for building purposes: In the block of masonry is to be seen the door which leads to the back enclosure, It is about 3 feet wide by 4 feet high: There is also from the back enclosure an entrance on both sides of the door to two chambers in the thickness of the building: The entrance apertures are about 3 feet high by two feet wide , and the chamber are of an oval shape, about 10 feet long by 6 feet wide, and 4 feet in height. nothing definite can be ascertained relating to its origin: It is ascribed to the Picts, & considered to be of great antiquity [initialled] W.F. [William Fraser] [annotation below "School (Boys & Girls)" in List of Names column reads]: Roman print
OS1/31/26/100 The deleted second word in the description of "Brough of Huxter" is initialled "WF." [William Fraser}
OS1/31/26/101 Conni Geo Conney Geo. Conni Geo Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr Robertson Hamister 039.09; 039.05 This name applies to a long and narrow inlet on the south east coast of Whalsay and about ¼ mile south of Huxter Wick_
OS1/31/26/101 Guttald Geos Guttald Geos Guttald Geos Guttald Geos Guttald Geos Mr G. Gilbertson Sandwick. Mr James Leask, Treawick. Mr L. Lawrenceson Hamister. Mr walter Hughson, The Hamars. 039.09; 039.05 Three creeks situated at the south east corner of Whalsey and between "Gunnels Geo," and "Guttald."
OS1/31/26/101 [Page] 101. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [page initialled] W.F. [William Fraser]
OS1/31/26/101 From different ink used the version of the name "Conni Geo" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book.
OS1/31/26/102 Wick of Huxter Wick of Huxter Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr Robertson Hamister Mr James Leask Treawick Mr Walter Hughson "The Hamars" 039.09; 039.05 This name applies to a small bay situated on the east coast of Whalsey & between "Knowes of Rooier Head " & "Hevda"
OS1/31/26/102 Hevda Skerry Hevda Skerry Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr Robertson Hamister Mr James Leask Treawick Mr Walter Hughson "The Hamars" 039.09; 039.05 This is a small High water Rock situated a little to the south of Huxter Wick and about two [chains] from the coast.
OS1/31/26/102 Helliera Yansie Hellier Mr Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr Robertson Hamister Mr James Leask Treawick Mr Walter Hughson "The Hamars" 039.09; 039.05 This name applies to a small goe situated [on the] south east coast of Whalsay and a little to the [south] of Hivda Skerry.
OS1/31/26/102 Guttald Guttald Guttald Guttald Mr G. Gilbertson Sandwick Mr James Leask Treawick Mr Walter Hughson The Hamars. Mr L. Lawrenceson Hamister 039.09; 039.05 A blunt rocky headland situated, the southeastern extremity of Whalsey and ¼ mile east of Grunnels Geo
OS1/31/26/102 [Page] 102. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey [page initialled] W.F. [William Fraser] [annotation below the name "Wick of Huxter" in list of Names column reads]: (Roman Capitals)
OS1/31/26/102 The amendment of the name "Wick of Huxter" from "Huxter Wick" initialled by W.F. [William Fraser]. The amendments to the spelling of the names "Hevda Skerry" and "Helier" initialled by M.S. [name unknown]
OS1/31/26/103 Corbie Geo Corbie Geo Corbie Geo Corbie Geo Mr G. Gilbertson Sandwick Mr James Leask Treawick Me L. Lawrenceson Hamister 039.09; 039.05 A small creek in the coast on the south east coast of Whalsey and a short distance N. [North] of Hellier.
OS1/31/26/103 Herda Herda Herda Herda Herda Mr G. Gilbertson Sandwick Mr James Leask Treawick Mr Walter Hughson, The Hamars Me L. Lawrenceson Hamister 039.09; 039.05 A rocky headland, situated on the south east coast of Whalsey and about ¼ mile N.E. [North East] of "Ward of Herdafield."
OS1/31/26/103 Gorsendi Geo Gorsendi Geo Gorsendi Geo Gorsendi Geo Mr G. Gilbertson Sandwick Mr James Leask Treawick Me Walter Hughson The Hamars 039.09; 039.02 A small creek situated in the W. [West] coast of "Wick of Huxter," and on the south east side of "The Hamars."
OS1/31/26/103 [Page] 103. Parish of Whalsey Whalsey, Shetland.
OS1/31/26/104 Hamars Hamars Hamars Hamars Mr Walter Hughson Occupier Mr James Leask Treawick Mr L. Lawrenceson Hamister 039.09; 039.02 A small thatched dwelling house situated near the sea shore on the souteast side of Whalsey and nearly ½ a mile south east of Huxter.
OS1/31/26/104 Knowes of Rooier Knowes of Rooier Mr James Leask, Treawick Mr L. Lawrenceson, Hamister Mr Walter Hughson, The Hamars 039.09; 039.02 039.09; 039.03 A series of Knolls extending over about 30 acres of ground and situated between "Ward of Huxter" and "Rooier Head."
OS1/31/26/104 [Page] 104. Parish of Whalsey Whalsey, Shetland [Page signed] W. Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]
OS1/31/26/105 Little Lyri geo Little Leiri Geo Little Lyri Geo Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.09; 039.02 039.09; 039.01 This name applies to a small goe situated to the south east end of the Island of Whalsay and a little to the west of Braewick Point
OS1/31/26/105 The Kame The Kame Mr Laurence Laurenceson Mr I.S. Nicolson Postmaster Symbister Mr. Lisk Isbister 039.09; 039.02 039.09; 039.01 This name applies to a small point situated a little S.W. [South West] of Little Lyri Geo This is a very bold & steep cliff jutting into the sea its top is bare & rocky
OS1/31/26/105 [Page] 105. County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey
OS1/31/26/105 "Braewick" is spelt "Breiwick" in its entry on page 106. Suspect the spelling of Mr Lisk in the Authorities should be Leask. From different ink used the version of the name " Little Lyri Geo" has been Re-submitted - this annotation being indicated in another name book. Alteration to the names "Little Lerri Goe" & "The Kame" initialled "WF" [William Fraser] - unable to decipher the initials to the alteration to the name "Little Leiri Geo" (before its Re-submission).
OS1/31/26/106 Grunnels Stack Grunnels Stack Grunnels Stack Grunnels Stack Mr Laurence Laurenceson, Symbister Mr I.S. Nicolson, Postmaster Symbister Mr Robertson, Hamister. Mr Gilbert Gilbertson Sandwick 039.13; 039.02 This stack is situate close to the sea coast to the south east end of Whalsay. A high water rock standing on the entrance to Grunnels Geo
OS1/31/26/106 Brei Wick Brei Wick Brei Wick Brei Wick Mr Lawrenceson Hamister Mr Gilbert Gilbertson Sandwick Mr Wm Leask Isbister 039.13; 039.01 A small bay situated on the south east side of Whalsey and between "Breiwick Point" and "Meo Ness."
OS1/31/26/106 Ayre of Breiwick Ayre of Breiwick Ayre of Breiwick Ayre of Breiwick Mr G. Gilbertson Sandwick Mr W. Leask Isbister Mr L. Lawrenceson Hamister 039.13; 039.01 A beach on the coast on the N. [North] side of "Brei Wick." It is 5 chains in length, and about 2 chains broad.
OS1/31/26/106 East Meoness Geo East Meoness Geo East Meoness Geo East Meoness Geo Mr G. Gilbertson Sandwick Mr W. Leisk Isbister Mr L. Lawrenceson Hamister 039.13; 039.02 A small creek in the coast on the south-east side of Whalsey and a short distance W. [West] of "Grunnels Stack."
OS1/31/26/106 [Page] 106. County of Shetland Ph [Parish] of Whalsey [Page signed] Wm Fraser c/a [civilian assistant]
OS1/31/26/106 Alterations to name changes on this page initialled W.F. [William Fraser]
OS1/31/26/107 Breiwick Burn Breiwick Burn Laurence Laurenceson Mr Polson Huxter Mr Nicholson 039.09; 039.02 039.09; 039.01 This name applies to a small stream which enters the sea a little to the west of meoness Point. Its rise is about ¼ of a mile to the south west of the knoll known as Waterhamars
OS1/31/26/107 Breiwick Point Breiwick Point same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Polson Huxter Mr Nicholson 039.09; 039.02 039.09; 039.01 This name applies to a small rocky point situated about 10 chains west of Meoness Point
OS1/31/26/107 Muckle Lyri Geo Muckle Leiri Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Mr Polson Huxter Mr Nicholson 039.09; 039.02 039.09; 039.01 This geo ios situated t the west of Breiwick Point and close to Little Lari Geo
OS1/31/26/107 F&T 2,000 5-76 [4.14.74] N. 272 107 _____ O.S. County of Shetland O.21 Parish of Whalsey County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace Breiwick Burn [side note] written on body of sheet 39.9
OS1/31/26/108 Meo Ness Meoness Point [deleted] Meo Ness same authorities as above Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister Mr Lisk Isbister 039.09; 039.02 039.09; 039.01 This name applies to a point of flat rocks situated to the southeast of the Island of Whalsay and about 1 mile south of Huit
OS1/31/26/108 Meo Ness Geo Meoness Geo same authorities Laurence Laurenceson Symbister Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister Mr Lisk Isbister 039.09; 039.02 039.09; 039.01 This small geo is situated to the west of Meoness Point and a little to the east of Braewick Point
OS1/31/26/108 108 N. 272 _____ O.S. County of Shetland O.21 Parish of Whalsey County of Shetland Parish of Whalsey Situation Sheet Plan Trace [side note] entry for Elspit of Hermester Geo, Authorities Laurence Laurenceson Symbister, Mr Nicholson Postmaster Symbister and Mr Lisk Isbister at 39.13.1&2 being a small inlet a little to the south of Horse Knowe and a little to the south of Grumuls Goe has been cancelled by order of John T Sloban Cu 30.3.78
OS1/31/26/109 N. 272 _____ O.S. O. 21 Name of the principal proprietor in the Parish of Whalsey Tutors & Curators of W.A.Bruce Esq of Symbister, Whalsay, Lerwick Shetland per William Irvine Esq.[ of Messrs Hay & Co, Lerwick I C Macpherson Capt. [Captain] RE [Royal Engineers 14 November 1878
OS1/31/26/109 Signature initials should be J. C. Macpherson = John Cosmo Macpherson
OS1/31/26/110 1 ____ 2500 NAME BOOK of The Parish of WHALSEY SHETLAND
OS1/31/26/111 75 111. __ O.S. NAME BOOK F&T 800 1-78 25 [3-23-2] INDEX Anchor Geo 38 Andooing Skerry 63 Ayra Geo 65 Ayre of Breiwick 106 Ayre of Virda 22 Ayrie Geo 97 Ballamas Geos 16 Ballie Geo 79 Berg 84 Bight of Cudda 27 _________________ Blandie Geo 49 Boat Hellia 46 Booth Skerry 30 Braga 39 Braga Geo 41 Brandy Hole 90 Bratti Geo 30 Bratti Geo 68 Brei Wick 106 Breiwick Burn 107 Breiwick Point 107 Bringers 82 _________________ Britch Hellia 93 Brough 69 Brough 100 Brough (site of) 39 Brough (site of) 73 Brough Dale 29 Brough Geo 43 Brough Head 29 Bulter Geo 20 {side note this entry has been deleted] Burial Ground 94 Burn of Huxter 98 Burns 72
OS1/31/26/111 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "ANC to BUR" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
OS1/31/26/112 112. (NAME BOOK) INDEX Bu Skerry 43 Butter Geo 20 Bu Waters 47 Cairn 40 Calf of Linga 33 Challister 67 Challister Ness 5 Chapel (in ruins) 14 Chapel site of 94 Chapel & Burial Ground site of 40 Church 63 _______________________________________ Clett. 45 Clett Head 58 Colvigirts. 89 Connie Geo. 101 Corbie Geo. 103 Creedi Knowe 70 Creeds. 70 Croo Baas. 87 Croo Geo. 37 Croo Geos. 89 Croo Wick. 32 Cross Geo. 9 _______________ Dimni Geo. 44 Djeepoba. 78 East Loch of Skaw. 16 East Meoness Geo 106 Easter Fetlar. 19 Engers Geo. 12 Falsa. 83 Falsa Burn. 85
OS1/31/26/112 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "BU to FA" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
OS1/31/26/113 5 113 __ O.S. NAME BOOK F&T 800 1-78 5 [3-23-2] INDEX Falsa Geo 83 Flaeshans of Sandwick 57 Flossy Knowes 75 Flukings 8 Flukings Bight 14 Foul Wick 66 Gamla Vord 75 Gardhouse 89 Gardie Geo 22 Geo of Hamraneap 17 ______________________ Geo of Outraneap 17 Gloupa 80 Gord 6 Gord 93 Gorsendia Geo 103 Gorties Geo 59 Grunnels Geo 96 Grunnels Stack 106 Grut Ness 7 Gula 60 Guttald 102 Guttald Geos 101 _________________ Hua Ness 45 Ha Clett 21 Hamara Neap 15 Hamars 104 Hamister 38 Head of Berg 34 Head of Cudda 28 Head of Skennif 25 Helli Geo 12 Hellick 58 Helliers 102 Helliera Yansie 77
OS1/31/26/113 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "FAL to HEL" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
OS1/31/26/114 114. (NAME BOOK) INDEX Hemri Geo 5 Hevda 13 Hevda Skerry 102 Holm of Sandwick 57 Horse Knowe *9 Houb 64 Houll 70 Houll of Challister 65 Hraan Geo 66 Hundi Geo 36 Huxter 98 ________________ Inner Holm of Skaw 19 Isbisters 89 Juppi Geo 21 Keen 79 Keener 20 Kirk Knowe 13 Kirk Ness 63 Kirn Geo 41 _________________ Kirni Geo 10 Knowe of Willerhoull 94 Knowes of Rooier 104 Lade Geo 15 Lagart Geo 79 Lanner Geos 3 Lang Geo of the Head 60 Lee 65 Linga Sound 33 Linthouse 29
OS1/31/26/114 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "HEM to LIN" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
OS1/31/26/115 (NAME BOOK) 115 INDEX Little Loch of Linga 28 Little Lari Geo 105 Little Ness 51 Little Roonie Geo 14 Little Water 82 Livister 95 Loch of Houll 81 Loch of Huxter 100 Loch Isbisters 84 Loch of Livisters 82 Loch of Sandwick 49 Loch of Stanefield 86 _______________________ Loch Vatshoull 69 Longi Geo 80 Longi Geo of Skaw 76 Longigeo Stack 80 Lusastane 78 Manse 35 Marrister 35 Mell Geo 52 Meo Ness 108 Meoness Geo 108 _________________ Mid Breck 76 Mid Vord 84 Millsie Geo 21 Mire of Leedale 72 Mora Clett 3 Mora Geo 64 Muckle Breck 18 Muckle Loch of Linga 25 Muckle Lyrie Geo 107 Muckle Roonie Geo 13 Murie 78
OS1/31/26/115 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "LIT to MUR" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
OS1/31/26/116 116 N.275 _____ O.S. (NAME BOOK) F&T 80 O.225. ___________ [3-23-2 INDEX Navvi Geo 90 Muckle Skerry 222 Newpark 30 Ness of Sheenareef 27 Newpark 30 [note - entry duplicated] Niddi Geo 90 Niddigeo 93 Nista Taing 68 Nisthouse 91 Nisthouse Ness 92 North Ayre 92 North Boady Geo 26 __________________ North Point 37 North Surret 77 North Uya Taing 26 North Voe 38 North Voe of Brough 64 North Ward of Linga 26 Noust of Treawick 83 Nuckro Water 86 Nuns Vord 84 Outer North Point 37 _______________________ Outra Neap 16 Peat Geo 9 Peter's Noust 12 Pettigarths Field 75 Picts House 18 of Gruid 49 Polson's Kirn 83 Post Office 42 Puki Geos 50 Pundsi Geo 51
OS1/31/26/116 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "NAV to PUN" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
OS1/31/26/117 117 75 _____ O.S. (NAME BOOK) F&T 800 1-78 25. ___________ [3-23-2] INDEX Pundsi Geo 20 Proprietors Names 109 Quinni Clett 52 Quinni Geo 9 Ramnaberg Geo 50 Retta Tong 29 Roo Ness 13 Rooi Geo 25 _____________________ Rooiers Head 97 Salt Ness 38 Sand Geo 9 Sand Geo 77 Sand Wick 46 Sandwick 51 Sanswell 91 Sava Skerry 57 Scad Skerry 8 Scamagarth 66 _______________ Scarfmoor Burn 71 Scarvie Geos 50 School (Boys & Girls) 71 School (Boys & Girls) 100 Scuda Noust 13 Sefta Lang Geo 6 Sefta Point 5 Setter Hill 35 Skaw 11 Skaw Taing 19 Skawtaing 17 Skaw Voe 11
OS1/31/26/117 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "PUN to SKA" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
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OS1/31/26/119 119 5 _____ O.S. (NAME BOOK) F&T 800 1-78 5. ___________ [3-23-2] INDEX Skeo of the Holm 61 Skiberhoull 47 Snarri Geo 46 Sneugans 82 Sodom 47 South Ayre 91 South Roady Geo 33 South Surret 77 South Uza Taing 33 South Voe of Brough 27 South Ward of Linga 34 Sponger Point 10 ____________________ Stack of Lang Geo 60 Stane Field 86 Stinking Geos 8 Stivi Geo 11 Stour Geo 97 Stourie Geo 3 Stourie Geo 28 Suther Ness 27 Swartaback 10 Symbister 48 Symbister Bay 42 Symbister House 48 ____________________ Symbister Ness 41 Taft 91 Taing Geo 80 The Bugg 68 The Clett 92 The Flaeshans 26 The Gaadri 52 The Haa 58 The Houll 81 The Kame 105
OS1/31/26/119 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "SKE to THE" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
OS1/31/26/120 120 [NAME BOOK] INDEX The Leeans 74 The Skate 34 The Smoog 59 Tonga 39 Tonga Geo 57 Treawick 85 Tripwell 71 Tumulus 53 Tumulus 53 Tumulus 74 Tumulus 94 Site of Tumulus {stone cists Bones & e. [etcetera] found A. [anno] D. [domini] 1870 54 ________________________________________________________________________________ Utla Taing 14 Vai Voe 7 Vaivoe 7 Vats-houll 67 Vats-houll Voe 69 Vats Vord 85 Veeda Stack 98 Virda Geo 20 __________________________ Ward of Challister 6 Ward of Clett 44 Ward of Hevdafield 99 Ward Hoorin 18 Ward of Huxter 99 Ward of Symbisterness 42 Water Geo 36 Waterhamars 99 West Linga 34 West Loch of Skaw 10 Wester Netlar 9 Wethers Holm 25
OS1/31/26/120 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" and are listed alphabetically, from "THE to WET" starting at the top of the left hand column and finishing bottom right
OS1/31/26/121 (NAME BOOK) ___________ INDEX Whalsey 1 Whalsey 81 Whelsie Geo 78 Whelsiegeo Stacks 78 Whirlie 45 Wick of Huxter 102 Wick of Nisthouse 92 Yoxie Geo 79 Zoar 67
OS1/31/26/121 Page is divided into 3 columns, each column with the Heading "Name of Objects" and "Page" . Only the first column is used and objects are listed alphabetically, from "WHA to ZOA"