Tuesday, 27 January 2026

Scalloway Up Helly Aa!




 



With Lerwick’s Up Helly Aa in full swing today, it’s the perfect moment to look back at the Scalloway Up Helly Aa earlier this month — the first of the season and a real highlight of my winter.

As the sun set, we joined the crowds to witness the dramatic finale: the burning of the Viking galley. It’s always a surreal and brilliant moment — the Guizer Jarl squad tying the boat to the shore, throwing their torches aboard, and pushing it out to sea in a blaze of flames, song and cheers. The atmosphere is electric.

This year’s galley was especially striking — painted pink in support of breast cancer charities, with the shields decorated by the squad and local school children. A powerful symbol of community coming together for a cause, wrapped in tradition and celebration.

Wishing everyone in Lerwick a fantastic night ahead!

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