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Shetland's a great place for an active family holiday. Our 15 inhabited islands are amazingly busy - there's always something interesting going on and the long days of summer are the peak time for outdoor activities. We promise: you'll never run out of things to do.

Walking

You're welcome to walk over most of our heathery hills and 900 miles of spectacular coastline (there's even a guidebook by a man who knows - Peter Guy has tramped all of it!) Find out more about walking in Shetland.

Cycling

Shetland roads are wide open to the touring cyclist: smooth surfaces, light traffic, friendly folk and unforgettable vistas...

Off road there's some superb country for bikers: hill tracks, old quarries ... and some very challenging peat bog! Find out more about cycling in Shetland.

Golf

Fancy teeing off at midnight? No problem in Shetland's 'Simmer Dim' (midsummer twilight). Surrounded by beautiful scenery, our three island courses just love getting visitors and offer a golfing experience out of the ordinary. Find out more about round-the-clock Golf in Shetland

Trout Fishing

Anglers just can't believe Shetland when they find it first. If you're feeling energetic, you can fish a dozen lochs a day at astonishingly low fees. With over 400 to choose from, however, you may spend quite a lot of time making your mind up. Learn more about trout fishing in Shetland.

Sea Angling

Shetland is one of Europe's richest fishing grounds and that's reflected in the catches of mackerel, coley, ling and other ground fish landed at our traditional 'Eela' competitions. We won't just offer to take you out fishing; show the slightest interest and we'll insist on it! Read about sea angling in Shetland.

Sailing

Dinghy sailing is hugely popular in Shetland, where traditional sailing and rowing regattas are a big part of summer social life. Visiting crew are always welcome in weekly races at clubs around the islands - and the wind surfing is out of this world.

Surfing

There's some wonderful surfing on the three beaches right next to Sumburgh Airport at the southern tip of the islands. Local surfers can show you many other good spots for Britain's most northerly 'barrels'.

Diving

We have to admit the water in Shetland is a little too bracing for some tastes, but don a wetsuit against the chill and you'll discover some of the best snorkelling and sub-aqua territory on Britain. As well as the many brilliant wreck sites there's some extraordinarily beautiful scenic diving all around the coast. Find out more about sub-aqua activities in Shetland.

Photography

It's just as well they invented digital cameras. It could bankrupt you, using film to photograph all this stunning scenery and wondrous wildlife. The light is very special and there's lots of it. We know a man who once had a '36-roll day' at one of our nature reserves. Bring a spare memory card! View stunning scenes of Shetland to get some inspiration.

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White Nights

'White Nights', Ann Cleeves' sequel to her award-winning 'Raven Black', has now been published.  Don't miss a reading and signing from Ann in the Lerwick tourist office, Market Cross at 11.30am on Saturday 17th June.

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21st Century Shetland Travelogue

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Swan Trips 2008

Enjoy a trip on the Swan this summer and experience the world of a resilient vessel restored to glory. Join a crew who love the sea, and be part of a learning experience!

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