Find out more about intriguing Shetland - its rich history and culture, islands and wildlife - with our Shetland blogs.
The best thing about a trip to Shetland is the sense that you have moved away from a land of people to a land of birds, seals, vast landscapes and broad horizons. Read some suggestions so you can experience nature first hand!
There are many great places to see in Shetland and it’s a shame that not all of them are as well known as St Ninian’s Isle and Jarlshof. We’ve compiled a list, an insider’s guide, to some less familiar but still brilliant places to see in Shetland.
Shetland Distillery Company have been crafting Shetland Reel Gin since 2014 on the island of Unst in Shetland. The small team from the most northerly distillery in the UK take great pride in creating a top product!
Scalloway is a picturesque village situated about six miles from Lerwick, on Shetland’s west mainland. The thriving village has a population of about 1,200 and has a fascinating story. Read 15 amazing facts about Scalloway here!
During the COVID-19 pandemic, quizzes have been a great way to pass the time with family and friends. We hope you enjoy trying this selection of quiz questions about the Shetland islands – how much do you know about the Northern Isles?
Laurie Goodlad has spent the past three years snapping the beautiful Shetland Islands for Instagram. Here she lists eleven of her favourite, most dramatic, picturesque, inspiring and fun spots for awesome Instagram shots.
2021 and 2022 are significant years for Up Helly Aa, marking two of the few times that Shetland’s famous fire festival has been postponed. We have taken this opportunity to look back at the other years that were significant for Up Helly Aa.
Shetland has something that makes it stand out amongst other destinations – a rich textile heritage with distinctive knitwear patterns. In the last century this knitting tradition started to decline but the future of Shetland’s textile industry is looking bright again.
A couple of summers ago we visited Quendale Water Mill and had a super time exploring the mill and surrounding area in Shetland’s south mainland. We’d advise a visit when the mill opens in the summer and have some interesting facts for you to enjoy!
