Scalloway Museum — Attraction in Scotland

Nice museum. I made the mistake of getting a bargain price cup of Earl Grey in the museum first. As I was finishing a few bus-loads of folk on organised tours arrived. Not a massive museum and caused congestion. Not their fault or the museum's at all everyone well-behaved etc. Interesting displays. I would have liked to have spent longer looking at the displays about the "Shetland bus" - exiled Norwegians ferrying weapons, intelligence and general supplies to the Norwegian resistance movement after German forces occupied their territory in WW2. But I had already walked round the bay to the lighthouse on a hot day and needed to head away from the crowds. Nice cafe space, some Shetland ponies in the neighbouring field who appreciated having their ears rubbed and a good view of the castle. Would...

Perfect sized museum: pick one section to explore in depth, or if you prefer you can easily go round all of it in an hour or two to get a great overview.

The museum is clearly divided into sections, which the reception staff explain when you arrive. Topics include ancient and local history, the incredible Shetland Bus story, crofting and lifestyle, and local crafts.

There is plenty of information for those wanting depth, but the displays are also laid out well for those who just want a quick scan and move on.

The museum ticket will also allow you to enter the Scalloway Castle just across the road.

There is a nominal entry fee of £5 per adult -...

A local history museum absolutely full of informative exhibits and displays. It is amazing to see how much history a relatively small town such as Scalloway has.

As you might expect, there is extensive coverage of the Shetland Bus efforts in the war, but so much else as well. Exhibits on fishing, photography, even a small aircraft are all inside. It's well worth the modest entrance fee and despite the building being of average size, you could easily spend a couple of hours inside reading all the information displays.

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