Find out more about intriguing Shetland - its rich history and culture, islands and wildlife - with our Shetland blogs.
Essypattle and the Blue Yow is a folk tale from the Shetland Islands, told in days gone by to family and friends around the hearth.
Shetland is an island that inspires creativity, and it’s little wonder why. With its landscape, stunning seascapes and a light that shifts through the northern skies with clarity and grace, Shetland offers a haven to creatives of every medium. View our selection of Shetland craft businesses.
As a travel writer who has visited over 100 countries, Robin McKelvie explains why he keeps coming back to Shetland. In the first of a series of blogs for NorthLink he reveals why the Shetland Islands are so special to him.
In 2022, NorthLink Ferries ran a short story competition to celebrate Scotland’s Year of Stories. This winning Adult story set in Shetland was written by Leona Mullay.
For Scotland’s Year of Stories, NorthLink Ferries ran a competition for adults and children for the best short story set in Orkney or Shetland. Read the winning Shetland tale in the 15 and under category, written by Amber Patterson.
A Taste of Shetland is a membership organisation which proudly showcases Shetland’s exceptional food and drink. Joanne Williams, the Project Assistant at A Taste of Shetland told us more.
The Shetland isles have miles of stunning shoreline, fascinating history and an abundance of wildlife to enjoy. Here are 10 things you must experience whilst visiting the Shetland Isles.
Shetland Salt is a small family business that produce handmade salt from the pristine, nutrient-rich seawater off the shores of Shetland. We spoke to owner Kaye Sandison to find out more about their journey.
Shetland is a televised crime series based on books by Ann Cleeves. The show, mainly shot in Shetland is a worldwide hit, with folk visiting the islands to see the landscapes that inspired the drama. Here are 20 filming locations that you can explore on your visit to Shetland.
