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Fellan Skerry

Island in Caithness

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Fellan Skerry

The A99 at Bruan The remains of the Bruan Broch can be seen as a grassy hump just left of centre.
The A99 at Bruan Credit: David Purchase

Fellan Skerry is a small uninhabited island located off the north coast of Caithness, Scotland. Situated in the Pentland Firth, it lies approximately 6 miles east of the mainland. The island covers an area of about 5 acres and is predominantly composed of rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops.

The island is known for its rich birdlife, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers. It is home to a variety of seabird species, including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and kittiwakes. The surrounding waters also attract seals and dolphins, adding to the island's natural beauty.

Access to Fellan Skerry is limited due to its remote location and lack of infrastructure. There are no permanent structures or facilities on the island, making it mainly suitable for day trips or short visits by boat. The challenging sea conditions and strong currents in the Pentland Firth make navigation around the island treacherous, requiring experienced sailors or local guides.

The island's name, Fellan Skerry, is derived from Old Norse and means "rocky skerry." This reflects its rugged and rocky landscape, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and neighboring islands. Fellan Skerry serves as an important sanctuary for wildlife, contributing to the preservation of the region's natural biodiversity.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 58.332246/-3.1808193 or Grid Reference ND3038. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The A99 at Bruan The remains of the Bruan Broch can be seen as a grassy hump just left of centre.
The A99 at Bruan
The remains of the Bruan Broch can be seen as a grassy hump just left of centre.
Once the Wick and Lybster railway, now windfarm access Railway opened 1903, closed 1944.
Once the Wick and Lybster railway, now windfarm access
Railway opened 1903, closed 1944.
Bruan Lodge Farm On the A99.
Bruan Lodge Farm
On the A99.
Bruan Church Simple church in rubble and slate with a stone bellcote. For sale at the time.
Bruan Church
Simple church in rubble and slate with a stone bellcote. For sale at the time.
Bruan Church Simple church in rubble and slate with a stone bellcote. For sale at the time.
Bruan Church
Simple church in rubble and slate with a stone bellcote. For sale at the time.
Bruan old kirk 2006 Bruan old kirk seen at sunrise, 2006. Prior to roof being removed.
Bruan old kirk 2006
Bruan old kirk seen at sunrise, 2006. Prior to roof being removed.
A99 near Bridge of East Clyth
A99 near Bridge of East Clyth
Waterfall near Halberry Head.
Waterfall near Halberry Head.
Long Gote One of many fine geos along this stretch of the Caithness coast.
Long Gote
One of many fine geos along this stretch of the Caithness coast.
Old Railway Bridge This bridge and embankment are part of the remains of the old Wick and Lybster Light Railway.
Old Railway Bridge
This bridge and embankment are part of the remains of the old Wick and Lybster Light Railway.
The Haven Not so aptly named on this morning!
The Haven
Not so aptly named on this morning!
A99, East Clyth The A99 follows the east coast of Caithness from Latheron, where it leaves the A9, though the town of Wick to John o' Groats at the north-east corner of the Highlands. The road is a trunk road between Latheron and Wick. It was part of the A9 until 1997, when the A9 was re-routed along what had been the A895-A882 link between Latheron and Thurso. The A99 forms part of the North Coast 500 (NC500) which was launched in 2015. NC500 is a 516-mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness Castle,
A99, East Clyth
The A99 follows the east coast of Caithness from Latheron, where it leaves the A9, though the town of Wick to John o' Groats at the north-east corner of the Highlands. The road is a trunk road between Latheron and Wick. It was part of the A9 until 1997, when the A9 was re-routed along what had been the A895-A882 link between Latheron and Thurso. The A99 forms part of the North Coast 500 (NC500) which was launched in 2015. NC500 is a 516-mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness Castle,
A99 near Bulnacraig The A99 follows the east coast of Caithness from Latheron, where it leaves the A9, though the town of Wick to John o' Groats at the north-east corner of the Highlands. The road is a trunk road between Latheron and Wick. It was part of the A9 until 1997, when the A9 was re-routed along what had been the A895-A882 link between Latheron and Thurso. The A99 forms part of the North Coast 500 (NC500) which was launched in 2015. NC500 is a 516-mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness Castle,
A99 near Bulnacraig
The A99 follows the east coast of Caithness from Latheron, where it leaves the A9, though the town of Wick to John o' Groats at the north-east corner of the Highlands. The road is a trunk road between Latheron and Wick. It was part of the A9 until 1997, when the A9 was re-routed along what had been the A895-A882 link between Latheron and Thurso. The A99 forms part of the North Coast 500 (NC500) which was launched in 2015. NC500 is a 516-mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness Castle,
Farm near the A99, south of Bruan
Farm near the A99, south of Bruan
A99 near to Bruan The A99 follows the east coast of Caithness from Latheron, where it leaves the A9, though the town of Wick to John o' Groats at the north-east corner of the Highlands. The road is a trunk road between Latheron and Wick. It was part of the A9 until 1997, when the A9 was re-routed along what had been the A895-A882 link between Latheron and Thurso. The A99 forms part of the North Coast 500 (NC500) which was launched in 2015. NC500 is a 516-mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness Castle,
A99 near to Bruan
The A99 follows the east coast of Caithness from Latheron, where it leaves the A9, though the town of Wick to John o' Groats at the north-east corner of the Highlands. The road is a trunk road between Latheron and Wick. It was part of the A9 until 1997, when the A9 was re-routed along what had been the A895-A882 link between Latheron and Thurso. The A99 forms part of the North Coast 500 (NC500) which was launched in 2015. NC500 is a 516-mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness Castle,
Cliffs South of Whaligoe Only a small section of coast within this grid square.
Cliffs South of Whaligoe
Only a small section of coast within this grid square.
A Caithness Geo In this context geo isn't short for geograph. Rather it's the local word for inlet, this one is particularly dramatic.
A Caithness Geo
In this context geo isn't short for geograph. Rather it's the local word for inlet, this one is particularly dramatic.
Leacan Oir The flat, partly submerged rocks are called Leacan Oir which translates as Flagstones of Gold. Here, by tradition, a Danish princess perished when her ship was lured on to these rocks by false light. She was betrothed to a high ranking member of the Clan Gunn who only wanted the dowry. A pot of gold was found on the rocks and long after locals claimed they could see shiny metal on the seabed.
Leacan Oir
The flat, partly submerged rocks are called Leacan Oir which translates as Flagstones of Gold. Here, by tradition, a Danish princess perished when her ship was lured on to these rocks by false light. She was betrothed to a high ranking member of the Clan Gunn who only wanted the dowry. A pot of gold was found on the rocks and long after locals claimed they could see shiny metal on the seabed.
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Fellan Skerry is located at Grid Ref: ND3038 (Lat: 58.332246, Lng: -3.1808193)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///withdraws.trustees.lines. Near Wick, Highland

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Lat/Long: 58.3331358/-3.1892069
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