Lerwick

Lerwick was largely developed in the early 17th Century as a fishing base by the Dutch. It grew during the 18th and 19th century as a centre of the herring and cod fishing industries and Arctic whaling. Trading took place in fish, oil, hides, meat and woollen goods. Nowadays, it is the principal commercial port for Shetland and the most northerly harbour in the UK. The sheltered, deep-water port is open to shipping in all weathers and operates around the clock.

Nearest Businesses:

Shetland Seafish 4868 ft Blydoit Fish 1 Miles Shetland Catch Ltd 2 Miles Hunters Fish Van 4 Miles Hand-Made Fish Co 10 Miles

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