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For Dr Margaret Johnston, returning to Shetland was about more than coming home. It was about raising a family in a place she loves and embracing a way of life she knew she couldn't find anywhere else.⁠ ⁠ Read her story on shetland.org, via the link in our bio.

Looking for some summer inspiration in Shetland? Whether you're a first time visitor or a long-time local, the Shetland 100 challenges everyone to get out and explore Shetland throughout the year. ⁠ ⁠ And from now until the 16th of August, you can share your experiences from the list for the chance to win return travel for four between Aberdeen and Shetland with cabin accommodation, courtesy of NorthLink Ferries.⁠ ⁠ Comment "Shetland 100" and we'll send you a link to the download the list!

Summer nights in Northmavine 💙⁠ ⁠ 📷: Vivian Clark

In the latest film in our series with TV presenter Kate Humble, she visits Bigton in Shetland's South Mainland to discover how community spirit, creativity and a willingness to support new ideas are helping shape the future of this small village.⁠ ⁠ Comment "Life in Shetland" and we'll send you a direct link to watch the full film on YouTube, or follow our link in bio!

On Thursday, @shetland_arts kicked off Shetland Noir 2026 with some of the biggest names in crime fiction. We asked long time Shetland-visitor Ann Cleeves what keeps her coming back and first time visitors Louise Penny and Lee Child what they’ve thought of Shetland so far.

In the latest film in our series with TV presenter Kate Humble in Shetland, she visits North Yell to discover how a strong sense of community, creativity and enterprise is helping shape the future of one of Shetland's North Isles' communities.⁠ ⁠ The film explores how North Yell's entrepreneurial spirit is supported by the North Yell Development Council, whose community-owned wind farm generates income that is reinvested locally. From housing and business infrastructure to opportunities for young people, the council helps turn ideas into action and creates the conditions for the community to thrive.⁠ ⁠ Small in size but big in ambition, North Yell is a place where people are investing in their future while staying deeply connected to the community around them.⁠ ⁠ Comment "Life in Shetland" and we'll send you a direct link to watch the full film on YouTube, or follow our link in bio!