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Tainga Skerry

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Tainga Skerry

Northouse, South Nesting
Northouse, South Nesting Credit: Mike Pennington

Tainga Skerry is a small uninhabited island located in the Shetland archipelago, off the northeastern coast of Scotland. Also known as Tainga Isle, it lies approximately 1.5 miles east of the larger island of Muckle Roe. The island is a part of the Northmavine region of Shetland.

Measuring just 15 acres in size, Tainga Skerry is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs rising up to 100 feet in some places. The island is composed of basalt and is rich in birdlife, making it an important site for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The surrounding waters of Tainga Skerry are home to a diverse range of marine life, including seals, dolphins, and various species of seabirds. The island is particularly well-known for its colonies of guillemots, razorbills, and puffins, which nest on the cliffs during the breeding season.

Access to Tainga Skerry is limited due to its remote location and lack of facilities. However, it is possible to visit the island by boat or kayak, allowing for unique opportunities to explore its rugged coastline and observe the abundant birdlife.

Tainga Skerry offers a tranquil and unspoiled environment, providing a glimpse into the natural beauty of the Shetland Islands. Its isolation and untouched landscapes make it an attractive destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or an adventurous exploration of the Scottish coastline.

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Tainga Skerry Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.242894/-1.1438386 or Grid Reference HU4751. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Northouse, South Nesting
Northouse, South Nesting
Railsbrough, a croft house
Railsbrough, a croft house
Lochan on the road to Gletness, South Nesting In the distance is the isle of Noss.
Lochan on the road to Gletness, South Nesting
In the distance is the isle of Noss.
Track to Northouse, Gletness Surely one of the most picturesquely-located houses in Shetland.
Track to Northouse, Gletness
Surely one of the most picturesquely-located houses in Shetland.
Northouse, Gletness View down to the head of the North Voe of Gletness, with a voehead pool in the right. The house at Northouse is just in the next square. The North isle of Gletness is in the background.
Northouse, Gletness
View down to the head of the North Voe of Gletness, with a voehead pool in the right. The house at Northouse is just in the next square. The North isle of Gletness is in the background.
Pony at Gletness With Northouse in the background.
Pony at Gletness
With Northouse in the background.
Sheep at Gletness Looking across the South Voe of Gletness towards Ling Ness.
Sheep at Gletness
Looking across the South Voe of Gletness towards Ling Ness.
North Isle of Gletness Looking past Hawks Ness, Tainga Skerry and the lump of Stunger.
North Isle of Gletness
Looking past Hawks Ness, Tainga Skerry and the lump of Stunger.
Creel boat passing the North Isle of Gletness
Creel boat passing the North Isle of Gletness
Hawks Ness, Gletness
Hawks Ness, Gletness
Peerie un-named holm, Gletness The South Isle of Gletness is in the background.
Peerie un-named holm, Gletness
The South Isle of Gletness is in the background.
Coast at Gletness
Coast at Gletness
The head of North Voe of Gletness The Noup of Noss is on the horizon.
The head of North Voe of Gletness
The Noup of Noss is on the horizon.
North Voe of Gletness, Nesting
North Voe of Gletness, Nesting
Northhouse, Gletness, Nesting Currently run as a guest house under the name Noss View.
Northhouse, Gletness, Nesting
Currently run as a guest house under the name Noss View.
Glet Ness and Hoo Stack
Glet Ness and Hoo Stack
North Voe of Gletness, Nesting
North Voe of Gletness, Nesting
Glet Ness, Nesting The Moul of Eswick further away on the left.
Glet Ness, Nesting
The Moul of Eswick further away on the left.
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Tainga Skerry is located at Grid Ref: HU4751 (Lat: 60.242894, Lng: -1.1438386)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///skies.stages.paid. Near Lerwick, Shetland Islands

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North Isle of Gletness Longa Skerries Stunger North Voe of Gletness Aiplin Glet Ness

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