In 2026, Tammy Hine moved 760 miles to become Fair Isle’s only nurse; bad weather delayed her arrival by three weeks, and she brought about 150 dresses she says she can’t wear
In February 2026, Tammy Hine relocated to Fair Isle, the UK’s most isolated inhabited island, becoming its only nurse. Discover her journey, the challenges posed by bad weather, and her experience in this unique community of about 60 residents.
