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Keen of Hamar
The eerie landscape of the Keen of Hamar feels like another planet. But crouch down to the rocky surface and you'll discover a unique combination of plants clinging to life in the inhospitable conditions. There are rarities like the delicate Edmondston's chickweed growing here, a beautiful white flower that's found only on the island of Unst.
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Best time to visit
Mid-May to early July.
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Getting there
Signed from A968 to car park at minor road end, 200 metre walk to Reserve. Daily bus service from Lerwick to Haroldswick drops off and picks up at the road junction.
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Visitor facilities
Small car park with Reserve leaflets. Easy walking ground.
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Contact
SNH, Ground Floor, Stewart Building, Alexandra Wharf, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0LL. Tel: 01595 693345.
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Managed by
Scottish Natural Heritage