The 'closing' ceremony, which was attended by HRH The Princess Royal, patron of the Northern Lighthouse Board, marked the end of over 200 years of lighthouse keeping. In the cliff face of Malcolm's Head, facing Fogli Stack, is the Thief's Hole, for hiding contraband or men fleeing the Press Gang. There is a safe sandy beach at the North Haven, but the sea is cold, and the rock pool at Gunglesund offers a warmer alternative for swimming. At the south of the isle is the 18th century Haa where Sir Walter Scott was entertained by the Master of Fair Isle. The island is very community minded.
Football games take place on the pitch by the South Light.
Visitors are welcome to join in these, and all island events. These books are available from The Shetland Times Bookshop .