Kettla Ness
| Old Norse name | Ketlnes |
|---|---|
| Meaning of name | Kettle or cauldron island |
Kettla Ness seen from the air, including Minn beach | |
| Location | |
| OS grid reference | HU425815 |
| Coordinates | 60°03′N 1°21′W / 60.05°N 1.35°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Scalloway Islands |
| Area | see West Burra |
| Highest elevation | 48.8 metres (160 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Council area | Shetland Islands |
| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
| References | |
Kettla Ness, Kettlaness or just Kettla is a tied island and headland in Shetland. It is connected by the tombolo Minn beach (Banna Minn), to the south end of West Burra, part of the Scalloway Islands. The headland itself is conspicuous and circa 160 feet high. The island is accessible to walkers via Minn beach and is now uninhabitated. It is principally used for Sheep farming and pasture.