See also: Inner Holm of Skaw and Outer Holm of Skaw. 60.8329°N -0.7714°W
| Coordinates: | 60.8329°N -0.7714°W |
| Location Map: | Scotland Shetland |
| Population: | 0 |
| Island Group: | Shetland |
| Local Authority: | Shetland Islands |
The Holm of Skaw is a small islet off the northeast coast of the island of Unst.It is just northeast of the settlement of Skaw.The island is in height.There is a lighthouse on the island.Tidal currents are slack between Holm of Skaw and Herma Ness at high water, and the passage may be made by small boats.The Skaw Röst, a dangerous tidal race, forms off the shore of the Holm of Skaw and Lamba Ness.
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