Cataloguing the past
At the Shetland Archives, an immense number of fascinating and remarkable documents, covering all aspects of these islands’ history, are available for visitors to access.
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The centre stone of the arch
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Walter and Joan Gray home in Scalloway. To mark the event, Janis Smith tells the story of
READ FULL STORYVolunteering: On the lookout for new friends
Now in its ninth year, Shetland Befriending Scheme has proved itself to be a great success and is currently looking to expand its list of
READ FULL STORYMusic: Live and kicking?
There are countless music festivals on the Shetland calendar, Fiddlers’ Bid continue to do wonders for the isles’ reputation in the wider world and
READ FULL STORYGeology: Rock in the isles
What’s so special about Shetland’s geology? Marsali Taylor talks to Robina Barton about Shetland’s status as a Geopark, and tries “Shetland’s Volcano” walk for herself.
READ FULL STORYMaritime: “A great little job”
Shetlander Malcolm Jamieson has been skippering the ferry and cargo ship Concordia Bay in the Falkland Islands, and here describes a typical week in the
READ FULL STORYTourism: Shetland on air
Tourists in the islands now have their very own radio station, providing information, interviews and local music. Marsali Taylor speaks to Visit Shetland’s Andy Steven
READ FULL STORYMaritime: Keep on sailing
The Swan, Shetland’s own sail training vessel – a project undertaken some 15 years ago by a few determined men, who campaigned and worked tirelessly
READ FULL STORYNorthern Rock
This month sees the launch of a brand new music and art festival in Shetland. Vunk Fest aims to bring together the best alternative rock…
READ FULL STORYLiving with dementia
Dementia affects many people – not only those who experience it directly, but also their family and carers. Marsali Taylor talks to nurse Evelyn Sansom…
READ FULL STORYDays to remember – or forget?
James W Irvine recalls his part in D-Day – one of the most significant moments of the Second World War When I switched on the…
READ FULL STORYA dream job
Chris Cope meets Jonathan Sutherland who, as a presenter on BBC Scotland’s Sportscene, is combining his passions for football and journalism, and enjoying A dream…
READ FULL STORYPeople power
Charlie Simpson tells the story of a planning controversy exactly a century ago, when the people of Lerwick united (almost) in their opposition to a…
READ FULL STORYA vision for culture
Cathy Feeny looks at Shetland’s new cultural strategy On a glorious midsummer night, a troop of Spanish flamenco dancers were so excited by the beautiful…
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