Bressay Explorer Crofting and Island Life Tour

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About the Activity

The best way to experience true Shetland is to get out of town and see the rural communities which are backbone of island life. Join us as we cross Lerwick Harbour to the small island of Bressay (population c.350) where we're guided by an island resident who shows us the best of his island home. Experience life on a Shetland croft, meet the famous sheep and delve into Bressay's 6000 year history through the eyes of a qualified archaeologist.

4 hours

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Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water

Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle

Admission to Garth's Croft

Ferry Fares to Bressay

Fees : Surcharges on fuel. Fuel surcharge

Fees : Parking fees. Parking Fees

Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch

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Travel Itinerary

Maximum 18 travellers in this tour.

Locations in the itinerary

Lerwick

Lerwick, United KingdomMeet your driver in Lerwick Town Centre and make the short journey to the Bressay Ferry Terminal, where we join the small inter-island ferry for the 7 minute crossing to Bressay.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Bressay

Bressay, United KingdomArriving in Bressay, we meet our local guide who is an island resident, crofter and archaeologist. Tours departing on Saturdays will have the chance to explore Bressay Heritage Centre which tells the story of the island's 6000 year history. On all days, we will see a reconstruction of a Bronze Age Burnt Mound which was saved from crumbling into the sea.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

GarthsCroftBressay

Garths Lighthouse Road, United Kingdom, ZE2 9EROur guide, Chris, will accompany us to his island croft, a sustainable agricultural holding. We will be able to look at the sheep – ewes, rams and lambs. White/coloured/fleckit and even katmogget! Sift through fleeces from Chris’s flock and see the principal day to day tools and equipment that are used by a Shetland crofter! Chris’s croft is mixed with woodland, pigs, turkeys, hens and vegetables alongside his beautifully coloured sheep, so there is plenty to see in an island with abundant nature, wildlife and history.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bressay

Bressay, United KingdomWe make a short stop at Speldiburn Café where we have the chance to purchase a light lunch and refreshments (own expense).30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Bressay Lighthouse

United Kingdom, ZE2 9ERAt the southern tip of Bressay, the island's lighthouse is one of four designed by the Stevenson brothers. Constructed in 1858, the lighthouse was automated in 1998. Note- it is not possible to enter the lighthouse, it is not open to the public.20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bressay Church

United KingdomVisit croft houses and outbuildings plus the former manse crowd the centre of the site which also includes a Neolithic turf dyke, Viking houses and the graveyard of the cross-shaped kirk of St Mary's which stands in part on the remains of a broch.20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lerwick

Lerwick, United KingdomWe bid farewell to Chris and re-join the ferry for the short crossing back to Lerwick. The drop off point is in the centre of town, so you'll be able to explore Shetland's capital at your own pace. If you're traveling on a cruise ship which is berthed out of town, you can use the free shuttle bus to return to the pier when you've finished exploring.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Layby bus stop on Lerwick Esplanade opposite The Thule Bar.View Location

End point

Layby bus stop on Lerwick Esplanade opposite The Thule Bar.View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.

Operated by Robertson's Tours & HolidaysCreated on 24 Dec 2024Created on 09 Apr 2025

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