Loch of Setter

Water managed by Shetland Anglers Association

Type

Lake

Species

Brown trout

Directions

Conditions

High alkalinity

Very shallow

Low shoreline complexity

Low elevation

Very small

OS Map: 466 – Explorer

HU 51354 41566

About this water

A shallow loch which becomes weedy from midsummer. It holds trout which average about 10 ounces but there are some larger fish too. Wade with care.

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.