How many people stay on Fetlar?
There are currently 70 people permanently resident on Fetlar.

How do I get there?
From within Shetland you can get to Fetlar by car or bus and ferry. From outside Shetland please see our transport page.

Is it expensive to get to Fetlar?
It is not an especially cheap holiday option, but by watching for special offers the costs can be reasonable. Peak season is usually busy and offers are usually very limited.

Are there any places to stay?
Yes there is a B&B at Gord, a self catering cottage at Tresta, a Camping Bod at Aith and a Campsite.

Are there any places to eat?
The B&B do meals for non residents by prior arrangement. There is a Community Cafe which normally runs from Mid May until late August, open from mid morning to late afternoon.

What about toilets?
There are public toilets available at the ferry terminal at Hamars Ness year round. During summer months the Campsite toilets are open to the public. The Fetlar Interpretive Centre and cafe both have toilet facilities available during opening hours.

Whats the weather like?
The weather in Shetland can be very changeable. In general it is cooler in Summer than mainland UK but in winter tends to be milder without the extremes in temperature.

Is there a pub?
There is no pub, but the Hall bar is open every Saturday night and many people gather there for a few drinks and sometimes some music.

Is there wireless access anywhere?
Yes there is wireless access at Fetlar hall, for the 2011 season internet access will also be available at Fetlar Interpretive Centre and is planned for the the campsite.

What events are on in Fetlar?
There are several regular events on in Fetlar each year as well as occasional ones. For the latest information see what's on.

Do you speak Gaelic?
No, Shetland has never had a Gaelic culture, its influences come from Scandanavia. Many Shetland Dialect words have direct Scandanavian equivalents.

Especially noticeable are the Shetland names for birds many of which are used regularly eg a Bonxie is a Great Skua.

How can I comment on my visit?
We have local visitor surveys and paper copies are available on the island. You can also fill one in online.

If you have any other questions please do not hesitate to contact Fetlar Developments, who will try there best to answer your questions.