The history of Unst through displays depicting crofting, fishing, geology and unique examples of spinning and fine lace knitting, as well as information on family history. The Heritage Centre is also a visitor information point.
Opening times: 1st May to 30th September daily 11am to 4pm.
Off season appointments available by emailing unstheritage@gmail.com
Area
Unst
Address
Haroldswick, Unst
Link to Website
Disabled Access Available
Yes
WiFi Available
Yes
Geopark - Unst Heritage Cenre
Geopark interpretation.
Museum displays and a geowall tell the story of how Unst formed as 'an island in two halves'.
Directions
Unst is the most northerly point of the Shetland Islands and is accessible via a ferry which departs from Gutcher on the island of Yell
Take the A970/A968 to Toft and cross on the ferry to Ulsta
Continue on the A968 to Gutcher and cross on the ferry to Belmont
Continue on the A968 until you reach a T-junction and turn right (signposted Haroldswick)
Continue until you are driving on single track road and before taking the right turn signposted Unst Heritage Centre
Continue until you reach the Heritage Centre and park
A geowall is situated outside the centre and there are geology displays inside