Jan 14, 20233 minDr Adrian Osler considers the cost for John T. Laurenson to build a boat in 1938 Dr Adrian Osler examines the cost of building a traditional Shetland four-oared boat (fourareen) in 1938.
Nov 8, 20225 minJohn T. Laurenson, fisherman and boatbuilder, 1876-1950 Back in July I met the grandson of the Burra boatbuilder John Thomas Laurenson, who also happens to be called John. Over a cup of tea...
Sep 23, 20203 minGronataing fishing station and farm.On an eerily foggy September morning I explored the deserted ruins at Gronataing in Waas.
Jul 30, 20205 minTales fae da NoostDuring our Caain da Noosts lockdown project we have been delighted to receive stories from across Shetland. What follows next are just a ...