Loch of Haggrister
water managed by Shetland Anglers Association
Loch of Haggrister lies close to the A970 on Mainland, Shetland, set on low ground near the sea. It is a very small, shallow loch of roughly six hectares; the water is very clear and low in alkalinity. The outline is compact with a gently irregular margin, and depth settles evenly, with a mean just under four metres.
Trout average about 10 ounces, with fish to four pounds recorded in the past; the loch has been stocked by SAA. Access is easy by a short track from the A970, the route leading directly 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 Loch of Haggrister