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Little Fogla Stack

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Little Fogla Stack

Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air Credit: Mike Pennington

Little Fogla Stack is a small uninhabited island located in the Shetland archipelago, which is part of Scotland, United Kingdom. It is situated approximately 2.5 miles north of the larger island of Fetlar. Little Fogla Stack is one of many stacks in the area, which are tall isolated columns of rock rising from the surrounding sea.

With a height of around 45 meters, Little Fogla Stack stands as an impressive natural formation. It is composed of rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, providing a habitat for various seabird species. Visitors to the island may have the opportunity to observe colonies of nesting seabirds, including guillemots, razorbills, and puffins. The surrounding waters are also known for their rich marine life, making it a popular spot for diving and birdwatching enthusiasts.

Access to Little Fogla Stack is mainly by boat, as there are no regular ferry services to the island. It is important for visitors to be cautious when approaching the island due to the challenging sea conditions and strong currents in the area. The island's remote location and untouched natural beauty offer a unique experience for those seeking tranquility and wildlife encounters.

Little Fogla Stack, like many other islands in the Shetland archipelago, showcases the rugged and wild landscapes that make this region so captivating. Its towering cliffs, diverse birdlife, and pristine environment make it an appealing destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

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Little Fogla Stack Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.991482/-1.3449217 or Grid Reference HU3623. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Loose Head, St Ninian's Isle, from the air
Inlet on the west coast of St Ninian's Isle Out to sea is the island of Hich Holm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/HU3521">HU3521</a> and to the right, Fora Stack.
Inlet on the west coast of St Ninian's Isle
Out to sea is the island of Hich Holm HU3521 and to the right, Fora Stack.
View north from Bigton Ireland Wick and the hamlet of Ireland on the far hillside.
View north from Bigton
Ireland Wick and the hamlet of Ireland on the far hillside.
Scarfi Taing The easternmost point of St Ninian's Isle, discounting the sand bar.
Scarfi Taing
The easternmost point of St Ninian's Isle, discounting the sand bar.
Pathway, St Ninian's Isle St Ninian's Isle seems to be mostly sandy grassland and easy to wander about on. At least, the bits we went to were. The Isle is home to a lot of sheep and there are a number of fences.
Pathway, St Ninian's Isle
St Ninian's Isle seems to be mostly sandy grassland and easy to wander about on. At least, the bits we went to were. The Isle is home to a lot of sheep and there are a number of fences.
Ireland in the distance Looking across the square to the village of Ireland, with its long fields running downhill from the houses.
Ireland in the distance
Looking across the square to the village of Ireland, with its long fields running downhill from the houses.
Houses at Maywick The houses above the bay.
Houses at Maywick
The houses above the bay.
South Lochend, Maywick House above the Loch of Vatsetter.
South Lochend, Maywick
House above the Loch of Vatsetter.
Ruin near Ellister, Bigton Fitful Head in the distance.
Ruin near Ellister, Bigton
Fitful Head in the distance.
View to St Ninian's Isle from the Ness of Ireland
View to St Ninian's Isle from the Ness of Ireland
Road to the Ness of Ireland
Road to the Ness of Ireland
Fields west of Bigton Looking towards Ireland. No, not the country, just a small village in southern Shetland. The agricultural methods here make some of the fields look like airstrips.
Fields west of Bigton
Looking towards Ireland. No, not the country, just a small village in southern Shetland. The agricultural methods here make some of the fields look like airstrips.
May Wick May Wick & Maywick seen from the east side of Taing of Maywick Headland.
May Wick
May Wick & Maywick seen from the east side of Taing of Maywick Headland.
Hundi Geo Geo on the west side of Taing of Maywick Headland. South Havra is the first island in the distance.
Hundi Geo
Geo on the west side of Taing of Maywick Headland. South Havra is the first island in the distance.
Corbie Geo Erne's Kame & Corbie Geo Cliffs.
Corbie Geo
Erne's Kame & Corbie Geo Cliffs.
Johnie's Water From Johnie's Water, looking north in the direction of Taing of Maywick Headland.
Johnie's Water
From Johnie's Water, looking north in the direction of Taing of Maywick Headland.
Tomb Stone Tomb Stone at Maywick on the east end of the Cliffs: "In memory of Laurence Smith the beloved husband of Andrena Yonson. He was drowned at the ling fishing 27th jan 1857. Aged 44 yrs. Erected by his sons"
Tomb Stone
Tomb Stone at Maywick on the east end of the Cliffs: "In memory of Laurence Smith the beloved husband of Andrena Yonson. He was drowned at the ling fishing 27th jan 1857. Aged 44 yrs. Erected by his sons"
View from a Bigton garden Looking out over the waters of Ireland Wick and the northern tip of St Ninian's Isle, over to Foula (pronounced 'foola') in the far hazy distance.
View from a Bigton garden
Looking out over the waters of Ireland Wick and the northern tip of St Ninian's Isle, over to Foula (pronounced 'foola') in the far hazy distance.
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Little Fogla Stack is located at Grid Ref: HU3623 (Lat: 59.991482, Lng: -1.3449217)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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