Johnnie Mann’s Loch
water managed by Shetland Anglers Association
Johnnie Manns Loch lies beside the A970, on low ground not far from the coast. It is a very small, shallow water of roughly 1.6 hectares, with low alkalinity and gently curving margins that give a modestly varied outline.
The loch holds trout in good numbers, mostly small and under 8 oz, and has been stocked by SAA. Access is straightforward from the A970 main road; there is a car park to the south-east of the loch and a short walk leads to the water.
- Mainland, Shetland
- Lake
- Brown trout
Permission & Tickets
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.
Waters nearby
Waters within 5 miles of Johnnie Mann’s Loch