Bressay, Shetland
Bressay, meaning “Broad Island”, is an island with a population of around 400 people, the main density of population being on its west coast.
The island is separated from mainland Shetland, by Bressay Sound, on the west side of which lies Lerwick, the capital of Shetland.
Bressay lighthouse stands at Kirkabister Ness at the south entrance to Lerwick Harbour. It was built by the Stevensons and first lit in 1858 but is now automated.
Date: 1st June 2008
Location: view from Noss boat trip from Lerwick
The island is separated from mainland Shetland, by Bressay Sound, on the west side of which lies Lerwick, the capital of Shetland.
Bressay lighthouse stands at Kirkabister Ness at the south entrance to Lerwick Harbour. It was built by the Stevensons and first lit in 1858 but is now automated.
Date: 1st June 2008
Location: view from Noss boat trip from Lerwick
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