Stanevatstoe Loch
water managed by Shetland Anglers Association
Stanevatstoe Loch lies on low ground a little over two kilometres from the sea, with the A971 running along its east side. It is a very small, shallow water of roughly six hectares, averaging around four metres in depth. The loch has high alkalinity and low humic content, the outline modestly varied with a few small bays, and the margins are weedy.
The loch holds mostly small trout. Access is straightforward: the A971 skirts the east side and you can park by the road; from there it is a short walk onto the east bank.
- 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 Stanevatstoe Loch