Find out more about intriguing Shetland - its rich history and culture, islands and wildlife - with our Shetland blogs.
On the Shetland island of Yell, at the Ness of Queyon, near Otterswick is a solemn sight – a white statue of a lady looking out across the bay, with a Bible held to her chest. Read on to find out the story of the White Wife and the sinking of the Bohus.
Angus and Wendy Nicol offer brilliant Sea Kayak tours around the beautiful Shetland coastline. We were intrigued to hear from Angus about what seeing Shetland from this new angle was like.
Shetland is a brilliant place to explore, and taking a caravan, motorhome or tent is a super way to see the best of the islands. We’ve produced a guide to the many caravan, motorhome and camping sites in Shetland!
Neil Robertson was the Guizer Jarl for Up Helly Aa 2015. This meant that he was the leader of the Jarl Squad; the Vikings at Lerwick’s annual fire festival. Neil kindly offered some insight into the experience!
Shetland and Orkney are naturally drawn to one another in terms of friendships and rivalries. Nowhere is this more evident than in the annual Junior Inter-county sports competition!
There are a many super museums to visit in Shetland, but we particularly recommend visiting the Shetland Museum, Scalloway Museum, Tangwick Haa Museum and Sumburgh Head Lighthouse Visitor’s Centre.
If we were asked to explain what makes Shetland special it would be hard to name just one thing! There are many different facets that make up the essence of Shetland. To explain, we’ve compiled a list of reasons why Shetland is a great place to visit!
Frankie’s Fish and Chip Shop in Brae is not only Britain’s most northerly chippie – it’s also the best! Voted No.1 Fish & Chip Shop in the UK in the National Fish & Chip Awards 2015, Frankie’s is a family run takeaway. Owner Valerie Johnson told us more…
Up Helly Aa is a spectacular fire festival that takes place in Lerwick on the last Tuesday of January. The event culminates with flaming torches thrown into a Viking Galley! Read our visitor’s guide to the day so that you don’t miss a thing!
