From Foula to Fair Isle, more than 170 groups register for Da Voar Redd Up
More than 170 groups have already signed up to take part in this year’s Da Voar Redd Up – the UK’s most successful litter-picking event.
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Sumburgh lighthouse re-opens for 2025
With an almighty toot, Sumburgh’s foghorn announced the re-opening of the lighthouse and visitor centre this afternoon (Saturday). “You could feel it in your ribcage,”…
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Knitting guild announced as wool week patrons
The Shetland Guild of Spinners, Knitters, Weavers and Dyers has been named as the official patron for Shetland Wool Week 2025. An announcement was made…
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Funding will help new maritime heritage plan
Shetland Amenity Trust has secured funding to embark on a new maritime heritage initiative at Shetland Museum and Archives.
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Museum cafe closes
The museum cafe is closing due to staff shortages, Shetland Amenity Trust has announced. Hay’s Dock by the Dowry – operated by Beervana Ltd –…
READ FULL STORYHeritage Celebration Day to be held
A Heritage Celebration Day is taking place next weekend. The a one-day event organised by Shetland Amenity Trust and Shetland Heritage Association is aimed at…
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Goudie’s notebook finds new home with amenity trust
A 19th century notebook with a deep historical significance has finally been acquired by Shetland Amenity Trust, thanks to the generous support of the Shetland…
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Redd Up volunteers take part in coastal clean up
A woman from North Carolina is among the army of volunteers taking part in Da Voar Redd Up today. Rebecca Hoyt was working with friends…
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Historic Park Hall building sold
The historic Park Hall building near Bixter has been sold, Shetland Amenity Trust has said. The grade C listed building went on the market last…
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Historical artefacts could return under new SIC policy
Historical treasures could find their way home to the isles after the council adopted a new museum collections policy at a meeting this morning. SICs…
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Warm welcome for Wool Week at Clickimin
The 14th Shetland Wool Week officially got under way with a welcome ceremony at the Clickimin Bowls Hall on Sunday night. A packed audience were…
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Redd up groups spring into action
Many people took in the fresh air to take part in Da Voar Redd Up as it kicked off for the 36th time today (Saturday)….
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Tree population set to sprout after funding boost
A tree nursery in Lerwick is set to expand its production after an almost £10k cash boost.
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Local designer to curate Shetland Wool Week
Renowned local knitwear designer Donna Smith is to take over as curator for the world-famous Shetland Wool Week festival. Ms Smith, who was Shetland Wool…
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