Top Things to do in Mainland
Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Mainland, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Mainland, United Kingdom including Shetland Museum and Archives, Island Trails, Croft House Museum, Discover Shetland, Shetland with Laurie, Shetland Wool Adventures, The Lerwick Brewery, Love From Shetland, Tangwick Haa Museum, Town Hall.
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1. Shetland Museum and Archives
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 913 reviews
Shetland Museum and Archives is located on Hay's Dock, which was restored during the building of this award winning visitor attraction.Discover the islands' many secrets through the exhibits and displays, and take a look in the boat shed where you can see demonstrations of traditional boat building skills. Also be sure to visit Da Gadderie, the museum's temporary exhibition area which hosts a diverse range of exhibitions throughout the year.Shetland Museum and Archives is open daily and admission is free.
Reviewed By nickw593 - London, United Kingdom
This is a great place to visit on one of the rainier days in Lerwick. Really interesting museum that covers the geology, biodiversity, history and culture of these islands...from the dawn of time to the present day. Good, modern and well presented displays that inform but do not overwhelm. It is also free to enter and has a decent little shop.
2. Island Trails
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Join Island Trails to discover the real Shetland, it's beautiful scenery, history, culture and wildlife. Owned by crofter and wildlife enthusiast James Tait who also has a keen interest in local history. With his extensive local knowledge James can plan a tour or walk to suit your interests and timescale. Check out the Island Trails website for more information and to read recent customer testimonials.
3. Croft House Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By Lesrae_1969 - Uzes, France
Worth a look, it really makes you understand how the crofters used to live. Even better if you can persuade the curator Trevor to sing a traditional song :)
4. Discover Shetland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
The Shetland Islands are a naturalists dream and a photographers paradise. Shetland has as rich an archaeological, historical and cultural heritage as you will find anywhere. Discover Shetland aims to offer you a personal, informal and intimate experience of our beautiful islands. There are prescribed tours but there is flexibility and every effort will be made to accommodate your interests.
5. Shetland with Laurie
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Tour guide offering guided bespoke tours of Shetland. These tours are carried out in a modern Volvo XC60 for maximum comfort for guests.
6. Shetland Wool Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Established in 2016 by Misa Hay and together with a collaboration of prominent local tutors, guides and specialists, Shetland Wool Adventures has built a reputation for providing an exceptional and authentic visitor experience. We specialise and focus solely on the Shetland Islands and its world-renowned textile and knitting heritage.
7. The Lerwick Brewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Friendly, quirky and reliable with a little bit of spike – the Shetland pony, the spirit of Lerwick brewery.. The brewery began in 2013 on the back of 3 brothers (John, Jimmy and Graham) who in their search for an alternative lager, having been bored with the usual offers, brewed our first ever batch of 60° North. But what is it that makes us different? Being from the most Northerly isles we are as much Scottish as we are Nordic and it’s this that gives our beer its own taste, individual and unique. Our one of a kind blend of mild winters and cool summers, clear water and crisp fresh air has allowed us to develop stand out beers and create a brew family – Lerwick IPA, Shetland Pale Ale, Azure and Tushkar Oatmeal Stout, and it just keeps going. Want to join in the experience? We'd like to invite you to visit our newly refurbished bar and visitors centre. We offer tours and tastings within the brewery, please call, e-mail or book via our site to arrange.
Reviewed By martincruise2017 - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Very interesting and informative explanation of the brewing process by our hostess Kathryn. We were then treated to several generous samples of the local brews which were all very tasty. Kathryn was knowledgeable about the company, the beers and Shetland.
8. Love From Shetland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Handmade goats milk soaps and gifts all made by myself only using my own goats milk, my products contain no palm oil some of our soaps have had amazing results especially with people who have eczema and psorasis
Reviewed By ruddyducky - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
We popped in with our 2 girls (5 & 2) to have a look around and as there were kids boxes of 4 bath bombs we bought them a box to take home with us. They smelt gorgeous and they are the most brightly coloured bath bombs we have ever had, the kids loved them and have asked for some more for Christmas!
9. Tangwick Haa Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By davidhiggins2017 - Whitby, United Kingdom
This museum provides a wonderful insight into the way Shetland people lived in the past. Volunteers have clearly put a tremendous amount of work in researching this history specific to Shetland, collecting numerous items such as the present display of wedding dresses that were used by the local people in years gone by, and displaying them. They should be proud of what they have achieved There is a small library of interesting documents and pictures where you can also enjoy a cup of tea / coffee and biscuits. The staff are always very helpful friendly and always provide you with a very warm welcome. There is also a small gift shop displaying several items made locally. Outside there is a sheltered picnic area with picnic tables where visitors are able to sit and enjoy their own packed lunches. The museum also is alongside a small beach where you can see numerous seals that congregate on the outcrops of rocks. if you are lucky you may also see some of the local otters that also reside here This museum is an ideal place to stop on a walk around the Eshaness peninsula. There is also car parking facilities for cars or even a coach if you are enjoying a whistle-stop coach trip around Shetland as you break your journey while cruising around the UK. Ideal attraction to visit when the weather is misbehaving itself
10. Town Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By annilita - Connecticut, United States
Unless there is an event on, there's not much to see, but it is worth stopping to see what's there! The stained glass is really impressive. Just enter and walk up to the second floor to have a look.
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