A look back on Up-Helly-A’

The first Up-Helly-A’ in Lerwick since 2020 was held yesterday (Tuesday) with thousands in attendance for the spectacle.
Nobody was left disappointed as it returned to the streets of Lerwick.
The first Up-Helly-A’ in Lerwick since 2020 was held yesterday (Tuesday) with thousands in attendance for the spectacle.
Nobody was left disappointed as it returned to the streets of Lerwick.
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