"Lerwick - Crossroads of the North Atlantic" Lerwick by KennetRose

Lerwick Travel Guide: 29 reviews and 89 photos

Up Helly A' procession (not my picture) - Lerwick
Up Helly A' procession (not my picture)

Many people have travelled much further afield than I have, but I can always ask knowingly "But have you been to Lerwick in January?"

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:The best party the UK has to offer
  • Cons:Cold, damp, dark and windy in winter
  • In a nutshell:A real, unregarded, jewel
  • Last visit to Lerwick: Jan 1993
  • Intro Updated Jan 2, 2003
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Reviews (12)

Esha Ness Off The Beaten Path (2)

A wild, desolate and beautiful place about 100km north of Lerwick. In 1993 it became the most northerly place on the... more travel advice

Birdwatching Off The Beaten Path (2)

There are two important birdwatching sites within the town. The harbour is a gathering place for gulls and other... more travel advice

By Air Transportation (2)

Regular fights from Aberdeen to Sumburgh on the southern tip of Mainland - 50 km from Lerwick. There are also flights... more travel advice

By Sea Transportation (2)

The ferry trip to and from Aberdeen on the good ship St Claire takes 14 hours. The boat is well-appointed and the cabins... more travel advice

Comments (3)

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    matcrazy1's Profile Photo
    Jul 23, 2004 at 12:39 PM

    Very unique page and very refreshing idea to get there for the midwinter fire festival in January! Nice to hear you had great time there :-) Greetings :-)))

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    craic's Profile Photo
    Mar 29, 2003 at 2:51 AM

    Is it my imagination, or are your pages getting wilder?

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    daarth's Profile Photo
    Oct 4, 2002 at 7:01 AM

    I see you've been to The Lounge too :-))

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