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Two sides of Shetland 💙⁠ ⁠ 📷: @tcj_photograph & @hennings_fotomomente⁠
Val Turner, Shetland’s first, and so far only, Regional Archaeologist came to Shetland to take up the post in 1986. She was captivated to discover that Shetland’s archaeology, although a well-kept secret, is second to none. So much so that she has never left. The archaeology is so rich there is no need to dig to find a lot of it. “Just go for a walk and you’ll fall over it” she says. Her only problem has been restricting this choice to five...⁠ ⁠ 🔗: link in bio!
Happy Valentines to all who celebrate 💙⁠ ⁠ Although not traditionally observed in Shetland, but there’s plenty of traditions surrounding courtship and relationships.⁠ ⁠ Find out more on the blog! ⁠ ⁠ 🔗: link in bio!
It’s always a good time to enjoy Shetland's excellent food and drink. But as it’s Valentine’s Day this month, we’ve created a menu with a choice of delicious dishes to make a stunning meal for two (whatever the occasion!)⁠ ⁠ 🔗: link in bio!
Lerwick gains about 1.5 minutes more daylight than London each day as we head into the summer months 🌤️
We're giving one lucky person the chance to win a return trip for four to Shetland with NorthLink Ferries and a Viking Voyages tour with Adventure Shetland.⁠ ⁠ 🔥 Enter via our link in bio. ⁠ ⁠ This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or associated with Instagram. Full T&Cs are on the website. ⁠ ⁠