Kettla Ness
Tied island in Shetland / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kettla Ness, Kettlaness or just Kettla is a tied island and headland in Shetland.[4] It is connected by the tombolo Minn beach (Banna Minn), to the south end of West Burra, part of the Scalloway Islands.[5][6] The headland itself is conspicuous and circa 160 feet high.[7][8] The island is accessible to walkers via Minn beach and is now uninhabitated.[7] It is principally used for Sheep farming and pasture.[6]
Quick Facts Old Norse name, Meaning of name ...
Old Norse name | Ketlnes |
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Meaning of name | Kettle or cauldron island |
Kettla Ness seen from the air, including Minn beach | |
Location | |
OS grid reference | HU425815 |
Coordinates | 60.05°N 1.35°W / 60.05; -1.35 |
Physical geography | |
Island group | Scalloway Islands |
Area | see West Burra |
Highest elevation | 48.8 metres (160 ft) |
Administration | |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Country | Scotland |
Council area | Shetland Islands |
Demographics | |
Population | 0[1] |
References | [2][3] |
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