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Summer is a magical time in Shetland
Top wildlife spotting locations
Shetland’s best kayaking spots
Wild swimming in Shetland
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Simmer Dim - midsummer in Shetland
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Whale watching in Shetland
Mousa - home to an Iron Age Broch
Foula – The edge of the world is closer than you think
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Shetland on a budget
J D Rattar's photographs demonstrate "extraordinary talent"
Ready to respond – Shetland communities take climate action
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Sometimes the weather can disrupt your plans, but that shouldn't stop you from having a great day out! Here is a short list of things you can do on a rainy day in Shetland. For 15 more rainy-day ideas, click the link in bio.
A poem written by Amelia Brown on her summer adventure in Shetland: A Tirrick and a Soothmoother Meet on a Bog A screech the startled flap of wings as she dives at me with outstretched orange beak With my hands held above my head we meet here in Shetland me, a soothmoother, her, a summer tourist from the North And yet, the meaning in her piercing cries is loud and clear for now, this is my home let me be in peace Thank you, Amelia, for sharing your lovely poem and adventures around Shetland using the Shetland 100 checklist.
Why is Shetland a hub for research?🔍️ For Professor Andrew Jennings of UHI Shetland, the islands are both a place to research and a source of inspiration. From Shetland’s rich heritage, culture and archaeology to questions about island life today, research rooted here is contributing to conversations much further afield. Discover more about the research happening in Shetland and its international connections via our link in bio🔗
After hundreds of votes, we can finally reveal the winner of the Shetland 100 Summer Photography Competition... Gordon Ross!🎉 Congratulations, Gordon, whose incredible photo captures the dramatic cliffs of Noss from the unique perspective of his kayak. We hope you enjoy your return trip to Shetland with NorthLink Ferries ⛴️ "I grew up in Lerwick for the first two years of my life and have managed a couple of holidays in recent years, which have been wonderful experiences. With this prize, my wish is to take my family to Shetland, which is a very exciting thought." – Gordon A huge thank you to everyone who voted and to all those who submitted photos as part of the Shetland 100 Photography Competition. The Shetland 100 Ultimate Bucket List was created to inspire locals and visitors alike to explore the islands and experience everything they have to offer. While the competition may be over, the Shetland 100 continues, with plenty of experiences to enjoy throughout the year.
Need a peerie sweet treat after your hike? Shetland's got you covered. With options from the South Mainland right to the top of the UK's most northerly Island, Unst, Shetland offers a combination of incredible landscapes and scrumptious food. Find out more via our link in bio🔗
"when I found myself this summer standing on the cliffs of Shetland’s Hermaness National Nature Reserve, looking directly out at the uninhabited rocky islet that poses as the final full stop of Britain, I finally understood why Romantic poets found our country’s nature so powerfully awe-inspiring." - Amelia Neath, The Independent Amelia's account of her visit to Hermaness this summer reflects the feelings of many who travel to the Natural Nature Reserve - including Kate Humble - who admits that the beautiful sight brought her to tears. Start booking your bird watching trip to Shetland on Shetland.org today.
