Springtime in Shetland brings fantastic birdwatching opportunities. During this time the Bridge End Outdoor Centre offers bookings for individual/small groups for £16pppn. Small groups would have exclusive use of one bedroom and would have shared access to kitchen and bathroom facilities. Whole centre hire also available to book. Email info@bridgeendoutdoor.com for more information or to book. #budgetaccommodation #Birdwatching #birdwatchingholiday #autumnbirdmigration #sprin

It has been a mild winter so far in Shetland but the last few days have seen a light dusting of snow. There is a lovely wintry feel to the landscape, Shetland native sheep and ponies are used well used to these conditions and are happy to be outside whatever the weather The days are starting to lengthen and there is a sense of spring in the air The Bridge End Outdoor Centre is open throughout the year. We have availability for groups for £16pppn Contact us on 01595859486 or

Today is Lerwick #Uphellyaa, a huge fire festival celebrating the end of winter and the light returning. With Vikings, all night parties and 1000 flaming torches, it is an incredible experience! and we have accommodation in the Bridge End Outdoor Centre for Up Helly Aa 2021! Contact us on info@bridgeendoutdoor.com or visit www.bridgeendoutdoors.com for more information or to book. #fire #firefestival #shetland #hostelshetland #visitshetland #travel #Viking

At 60 degrees North, Shetland summers see little darkness. Nights are lit by the 'simmer dim', the summer light, when the sun barely sets. People often think this means our winters are very dark. It is true that we may not get many hours of winter sunshine each day but our winter light has a magical quality.  The warm sunset colours can last for hours, lighting up the colours of our landscape. And when it does get dark, look up, as you may catch a glimpse of the 'mirrie dance

The Bridge End Outdoor Centre is located on the beautiful island of Burra and offers accommodation for £16pppn.  We also have facilities for camping and caravans. Visit www.bridgeendoutdoors.com or call 01595 859 486 for more information or to book. #Accommodation #shetland #islands #travel #scotland

It is exciting times in Burra as there is filming happening near the Bridge End Outdoor Centre. A new series of Shetland is being filmed. Based on the books by Ann Cleeves, the Shetland detective series has become popular worldwide. Many visitors to Shetland are eager to follow in the footsteps of Jimmy Perez and will visit places featured in the program. The bridge next to the centre already featured in the wedding procession scene in Shetland episode Dead Water. Today ther