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Ern Stack

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Ern Stack

Loch of Graveland
Loch of Graveland Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Ern Stack is a small island located in the Shetland archipelago, off the northeast coast of Scotland. It is part of the United Kingdom and has a population of approximately 60 people. The island covers an area of about 0.5 square miles and is situated in the North Sea, between the larger islands of Fetlar and Unst.

The landscape of Ern Stack is characterized by rugged cliffs, rocky shores, and rolling hills. The island is mostly uninhabited, with only a few houses scattered across its terrain. The climate is influenced by the surrounding sea, resulting in cool temperatures and frequent wind. The island experiences long daylight hours during the summer months and short days during the winter.

Ern Stack is known for its rich biodiversity, with various bird species making it their home. Visitors can observe seabird colonies, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, nesting on the cliffs. The surrounding waters are also teeming with marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and diving enthusiasts.

The island offers limited amenities, with no shops or public transport. Residents rely on nearby islands for supplies and transportation. Ern Stack is a peaceful and tranquil place, attracting nature lovers and those seeking solitude. The island provides excellent opportunities for hiking, wildlife spotting, and immersing oneself in nature.

Overall, Ern Stack is a remote and unspoiled island in the Shetland archipelago, offering breathtaking natural beauty and a serene environment for those who appreciate the wonders of the great outdoors.

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Ern Stack Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.647284/-1.1706056 or Grid Reference HU4596. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch of Graveland
Loch of Graveland
Daalaskeo, beside Whale Firth This is the most northerly of a line of ruined crofts along the western side of Whale Firth.
Daalaskeo, beside Whale Firth
This is the most northerly of a line of ruined crofts along the western side of Whale Firth.
Corner Wall at Graveland One of a line of ruined crofts along the west side of Whale Firth. The corner here must have been especially well built to stay standing.
Corner Wall at Graveland
One of a line of ruined crofts along the west side of Whale Firth. The corner here must have been especially well built to stay standing.
Blocked Doorway at Graveland Interior detail at the ruined croft of Graveland.
Blocked Doorway at Graveland
Interior detail at the ruined croft of Graveland.
Stacks of Stuis The coastline here is littered with loose stacks which provide plenty of nesting opportunities for the birds and resting spots for the seals.
Stacks of Stuis
The coastline here is littered with loose stacks which provide plenty of nesting opportunities for the birds and resting spots for the seals.
Stuis of Graveland This view is looking roughly south from the most northerly point on the headland.
Stuis of Graveland
This view is looking roughly south from the most northerly point on the headland.
Ern Stack A view from the landward side of Ern Stack looking towards the Ramna Stacks
Ern Stack
A view from the landward side of Ern Stack looking towards the Ramna Stacks
Coastline view towards Ern Stack A view along the western coastline of this square. An image of the pasture in the easterly section of this grid square is available from grid HU4697 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/40051" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/40051">Link</a> .
Coastline view towards Ern Stack
A view along the western coastline of this square. An image of the pasture in the easterly section of this grid square is available from grid HU4697 Link .
Fogla-lee Cliffs along the west side of the Graveland peninsula, with the white tip of Ern Stack just visible. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Fogla-lee
Cliffs along the west side of the Graveland peninsula, with the white tip of Ern Stack just visible. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
The Eigg from the south-west With Ern Stack visible just to the right. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
The Eigg from the south-west
With Ern Stack visible just to the right. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
The Eigg from the west A finger of rock protruding from the cliff. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
The Eigg from the west
A finger of rock protruding from the cliff. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
The Eigg from the north-west Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
The Eigg from the north-west
Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Ern Stack from the sea The extraordinary pale colouration on the landward side is invisible from the sea. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Ern Stack from the sea
The extraordinary pale colouration on the landward side is invisible from the sea. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Ern Stack from the sea Erne is the old Shetland name for the White-tailed Eagle, and this was the site of one of the last nests of native British sea eagles, last used early in the 20th century. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Ern Stack from the sea
Erne is the old Shetland name for the White-tailed Eagle, and this was the site of one of the last nests of native British sea eagles, last used early in the 20th century. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Aastack With the north tip of the Graveland peninsula beyond. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Aastack
With the north tip of the Graveland peninsula beyond. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Skerry off the coast of Graveland This un-named skerry off the north-west coast of Graveland is almost the only land in the square (the 1:25,000 map shows another much smaller rock and proves that the name Segil applies to a coastal feature on the Yell mainland). Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Skerry off the coast of Graveland
This un-named skerry off the north-west coast of Graveland is almost the only land in the square (the 1:25,000 map shows another much smaller rock and proves that the name Segil applies to a coastal feature on the Yell mainland). Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
The tip of Graveland The very end of the Graveland peninsula, with Lumbister beyond that. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
The tip of Graveland
The very end of the Graveland peninsula, with Lumbister beyond that. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Stacks of Stuis from the sea At the very end of Graveland; Lumbister is beyond. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
Stacks of Stuis from the sea
At the very end of Graveland; Lumbister is beyond. Taken from one of the Yell Sound ferries on a North Isles cruise.
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Ern Stack is located at Grid Ref: HU4596 (Lat: 60.647284, Lng: -1.1706056)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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