Find out more about intriguing Shetland - its rich history and culture, islands and wildlife - with our Shetland blogs.
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!
Hillswick in the north of Shetland contains a wealth of history and wildlife, and some spectacular coastal scenery. Read on to find out some fascinating facts about the Ness of Hillswick, St Magnus Bay and the village of Hillswick!
In Shetland, pollen studies show subtle changes around 5,000 BC which indicate humans have been working the land since that time. Read a guide about ancient farmsteads to spot dwellings, fields, and boundary dykes in the hills.
Getting to the uninhabited island of Mousa in Shetland is quite an adventure. We’d recommend a trip to see the enigmatic and nearly complete shape of Mousa broch. Find out some facts about Mousa you may not know!
