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The History Of Fethaland.

From the Neolithic period through to the Bronze Age and the Iron Age. The Celts and the Vikings,
all left their mark on Fethaland. The Vikings laid the foundation of a lifestyle that lasted in Shetland until 1900's.

Shetland's culture is embedded in the history of its farming and fishing. The link between the land and the
sea forms the backbone of Shetland's history which is still evident today.

Fethaland was the site of one of Shetland's largest fishing or haaf stations. The remains of the fishermen's lodges
record a history of hardship and poverty under the control of overbearing landlords. Fethaland is steeped in history,
we will explain how people lived and show you the sites of interest that are often missed by visitors.
Sixaerns in the bay.
Sixaerns in the bay.		 Scales and salt tub.
Scales and salt tub.		 East Ayre lodges.
East Ayre lodges.		 Crofters working.
Crofters working.		 


Moving back in time we will take you to the steatite cliff face where you can see the Viking bowl quarry. Remains of
partially cut bowls can still be seen. 

There are the remains of a Pictish broch, the stone being used in later times to construct the lodges of the haaf
station. The broch itself is on the site of a Neolithic mound.
Steatite.
Steatite Quarry.

Join us and learn about this unique part of Shetland.