Fly fishing at Loch of Littlester, Yell, Shetland

About this water

Loch of Littlester lies a short way inland from the sea, a low-lying water with a simple, rounded shoreline. It covers roughly 20 hectares and is very shallow throughout; the water is clear and of low alkalinity. The banks run to about two kilometres in all, and the loch keeps an uncomplicated outline that is easy to read.

This clear-water loch can produce some good brown trout, with an average around 12 oz, and fish are taken all round the shore. Access is straightforward from the single-track B9081 that skirts the north side; park considerately without blocking gateways or passing places, then step down to the bank wherever convenient.

Location

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Fishing permits can be purchased at either the Lerwick Tourist Office or the tackle shop, Rod and Line, which is in Harbour Street in Lerwick. The SAA organises a number of fishing competitions during the season running separate boat and bank leagues and the visiting angler will be made most welcome at these. Details will be supplied with your permit.

You can also buy a permit online from the Association's website.

Boats for hire – The Association has several boats for hire, and at present these are located at the following lochs – Loch of Benston, Loch of Asta, Loch of Northouse, Loch of Clousta, Loch of Tingwall, Sulma Water and Punds Water. These can change, but details of boat locations and hire can be got from the tackle shop.

Clubhouse – The SAA owns an unlicensed clubhouse, situated in Burns Lane in Lerwick, to which the visiting angler is most welcome. Hours of opening are from 8.30pm and 11.00pm on most Tuesdays and Fridays.