Old Man of Hoy

The Old Man of Hoy stands majestic

looking our across the Atlantic Sea

this sea stack is four hundred years old

a stone figure standing tall and free

once joined to the sandstone headland

strata of coloured bands show it`s history

this red sea stack formed by erosion

still a much loved and enjoyed mystery

a pilots initiation test during the war

flying between the cliff and sea-stack

the gap was only sixty metres wide

was preparing them for enemy attack

this old man is popular with climbers

UK`s tallest, with breathtaking views

standing up to the fury of the weather

from sunny moments, and misty hues

Old Man of Hoy is eroding slowly

until beneath to waves he`ll slide under

this famous figure, that bring much joy!

till then we should cherish his wonder

(C) Lissies Poems 2023

image from Martyn Bull