Welcome to The Creek Website.
Self catering accommodation on Unst, the most northerly island in the United Kingdom.
Feel free to browse our site.
Self catering accommodation on Unst, the most northerly island in the United Kingdom.
Feel free to browse our site.
Britain's Northernmost Island...
Unst is the most northerly island in the United Kingdom
and due to it's unique location, it offers a vast spectrum of wildlife and
scenery. The island also boasts spectacular beaches, towering cliffs,
unparalleled geological features and a distinctive rural charm. Unst has 2
National Nature Reserves, those being Hermaness and the Keen Of Hamar, which
contain a multitude of sea-birds, marine animals, flora and fauna.
Steeped in History and Tradition...
The history and tradition of the island is still
evident, and visitors can delve into Unst's past at the Unst Heritage Centre
and the Unst Boat Haven (both situated in Haroldswick).
The Unst Heritage Centre contains a fine collection of items from Unst residents (including some from The Creek), which depict Unst, it's history and it's people. This includes Unst's links to crofting, fishing, quarrying and also shows the craftmanship and skill of the local people.
Unst Heritage Centre
The Unst Boat Haven is part of the Unst Heritage Trust, and displays the maritime history of Shetland boats. A vast number of boats are on display along with tools, fishing gear, documents and charts. All the boats are traditonally built and are designed for both oar and sail.
Unst Boat Haven
The Unst Heritage Centre contains a fine collection of items from Unst residents (including some from The Creek), which depict Unst, it's history and it's people. This includes Unst's links to crofting, fishing, quarrying and also shows the craftmanship and skill of the local people.
Unst Heritage Centre
The Unst Boat Haven is part of the Unst Heritage Trust, and displays the maritime history of Shetland boats. A vast number of boats are on display along with tools, fishing gear, documents and charts. All the boats are traditonally built and are designed for both oar and sail.
Unst Boat Haven
Unparalleled Sports and Leisure Facilities...
Considering the size of the island, Unst also has a
vast array of leisure facilities on offer. The majority of which are provided
by the Unst Leisure Centre. Located in Baltasound, the Unst Leisure Centre
has a swimming pool and provides facilities for badminton, basketball,
birthday parties, tennis, carpet bowls, fitness suite, hockey, community
room, netball, aerobics/aquarobics, rolller skating, short tennis,
solarium, squash, table tennis and volleyball. There is also a full
size outdoor football (and training) pitch.
A Treasured Island...
This makes Unst the ideal base for bird watchers,
keen anglers, walkers and hikers, those interested in geology/archeology
or those who just want to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty on offer.
Isle O May on Norwick Beach
Click on the location link to view the location of The Creek and other Unst features on the interactive Google map. For further information on Unst, click here to be taken to the official Unst website.
Isle O May on Norwick Beach
Click on the location link to view the location of The Creek and other Unst features on the interactive Google map. For further information on Unst, click here to be taken to the official Unst website.
