Skaw Beach
Skaw, Unst
The northernmost inhabited place in Britain, with a white-sand bay embraced by grassy slopes.
Skaw lies at the northeastern tip of Unst and is the northernmost inhabited place in Britain. Beside a lone farmhouse is a crescent of white sand and clear water that, on sunny days, feels like a hidden paradise. Remains of a World War II radar station can still be seen by the beach. Few people come here, so it can be visited on the same day as a trip to Hermaness to experience the 'end of Britain'. Admission is free, but the roads are narrow and a car is needed.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Viking Unst (Hamar Longhouse & Skidbladner)
- Unst Bus Shelter
- Hermaness & Muckle Flugga
- Muness Castle
- Old Haa Museum
- Isle of Noss
- Weisdale Mill & Bonhoga Gallery
- Fort Charlotte