Delighted to see that the Shetland Diaries are to be replayed Starting Wednesday 31st March. It was truly fascinating for both visitors and shetlanders alike. The staff had a ring side seat as the production team were resident at the St Magnus Bay Hotel during the making of the series. Paul Bird or Andrea Manson (Manager and Manageress) commented on the many hours spent in production.
The ruins of a 12th century chapel are still visible at the end of the marvelous sand tombolo, said to be one of the best example of in the world. In 1958 treasure made from silver was found in a wooden box in the floor of this early church.
A group of between 80 - 100 killer whales have been sighted near Eshaness within the last couple of days. They appeared to be travelling around the headland northwardly. Killer whales are often sighted in the bay at hillswick and around the Eshaness Coast.
Jarlshof is one of the most amazing prehistoric archeological sites in the world. Evidence from various ages of history including bronze and iron age settlers are present. The site consists of various features including a Viking longhouse, Iron age broch, pictish whellhouses and mediaeval farmhouse. Whats even more amazing is that the site remained pretty much hidden until a storm washed away part of the shore to reveal the amazing building work contained within.
Please remember to take a look at our Youtube channel which is updated regularly. This along with the blog features some of the amazing sights in Shetland:
Please click on the image of the booklet above to read the shetland holiday brochure in a new pop-up window.
Note the interesting quote on page 16 which reads “there will be no spot in all Hjaltland (Shetland) which in its manifold attractions will be so popular as ‘Grey Hillswick’.
110 years, 1 month, and 12 days since the St Magnus Bay Hotel first opened for guests. Why not book in for the hotels 110th birthday on or around 24th July 2010
Within a short distance of the Eshaness Lighthouse it is possible to see puffins. These two puffins were photographed late one evening this past week.