The stunning Fair Isle, famed for its seabirds and fabulous knitwear, lies almost exactly halfway between Shetland and Orkney and can be reached by boat or small plane. Ashore is a warm, welcoming community, consisting mainly of craftspeople, conservationists, boat-builders and crofters. Renowned as a place to see birds, there are lots of other things to discover - from archaeological remains to the famous Stevenson lighthouses. Fair Isle is a birdwatcher's paradise, being a vital stopping-off place for migrating birds, and more than 350 species have been recorded here.