Find out more about intriguing Shetland - its rich history and culture, islands and wildlife - with our Shetland blogs.
Christine De Luca, a Scottish poet and novelist born and raised in Shetland, spent her formative years in Waas (Walls) on the west side of the mainland. Here she shares Shetland Childhood Christmas memories.
While St Ninian’s Isle, Jarlshof and Scalloway Castle are undoubtedly impressive, we wanted to showcase some of the lesser-known but equally amazing places to visit across the Shetland Islands – perfect for repeat visitors seeking new adventures.
Author Catherine Munro explores Shetland folklore about autumn and Hallowe’en and explains why neeps are carved into lanterns in Shetland and other parts of Scotland.
With Christmas just around the corner, here are some fantastic Shetland gift ideas to support local makers and share a little piece of Shetland with a loved one.
Autumn may not seem like the ideal time to visit Shetland, but during those months the colours of the sky and land are both dramatic and romantic, and of course there is the chance of seeing the Northern Lights!
It’s easy to see why the fantastic range of Shetland events draw people back to the islands again and again! View the calendar of events here, including book, fire, film and folk festivals, Simmer Dim Motorcycle Rally and Shetland Wool Week.
Sometimes, when visiting a place like Shetland, which is creaking at the seams with history, it’s hard to put all of the sites you see into chronological order in your mind. This timeline has been created to help!
Join travel writer Robin McKelvie as he shares his experience visiting Shetland with his family, and why the Shetland Islands are a great place for all ages to explore.
Cycling is one of the best ways to experience the beauty of Shetland. We spoke to Ivor Johnson from the Shetland Triathlon Club, who told us some of his favourite cycling routes.
