Minor Refurbishment and Upgrade of Point of Fethaland Lighthouse

The Point of Fethaland Lighthouse is situated on the most northerly tip of mainland Shetland and due to the location of this site, the majority of materials and equipment will be transported to and from site via NLB Ship and Helicopter. There will additionally be a requirement to use a 4x4 to access along the farm track from Isbister Farm during the works, with the final 1.5km being accessible on foot or by ATV (with landowners permission).

This project is to fully refurbish the lighthouse and former engine block structures including install of new safety fall-back gate at the top of the lightroom access ladder. The fence is to be stripped of existing wire and replaced like for like, re-suing the existing timber posts in situ.

The Works

Carry out full Asbestos Refurbishment/Demolition Survey

Deliver plant, materials, camp via helicopter

Set up site

Ensure H&S and signage

Removal and disposal of existing fence wiring and replace

Fabricate and install new aluminium safety fall-back gate and connect to existing aluminium handrail

Redecoration of Lighthouse station

Key Dates

05/03/2026             Issue Tender

19/03/2026 Site Visit

02/04/2026             Tender Return

13/04/2026             Tender Award

25/05/2026             Delivery of Plant/materials to Oban

07/06/2026             Loads transported to site

09/06/2026             Start of 5 day landing operation

29/10/2026            Start 5 day site clearance