SERIES INFO Genre: Stars: - Series Plot: Welcome to The Shetland Islands – an archipelago of wonders, unlike anywhere else in the world. In this series we come ashore in this magical world, where seabirds outnumber people by a factor of many hundreds and where you're closer to the Arctic Circle than you are to London. We meet native Shetlanders who live according to centuries' old traditions, feeding themselves at the ‘croft' farms that have fed the locals for many centuries, or the fishing fleets that have wrenched precious sustenance from the ever-powerful sea.They're independent up here. They have to be…We also meet the ‘incomers' who arrived in Shetland for the promise of a simpler life, and who fell in love with the place – from seasonal chefs who catch their own menu items, to shanty-singing choirmasters. It's a world where community spirit, resilience, independence and tradition are much-valued commodities.And that's to say nothing of the beauty of the landscape – from stunning beaches to rugged cliff faces and sweeping landscapes. Join us on this celebratory journey, uncovering the magic that defines Shetland and the compelling stories that make it a truly exceptional destination.
EPISODE INFO Title: Episode 2 Airdate: 2024-06-02 Episode plot: In this episode, lifelong crofter Pearl Young takes the spotlight. She's living off the land in the most traditional way possible but it's not a solitary existence. With help from husband Willie, she's getting ready for the highlight of her year – the annual harvest festival in the church she and Willie were married.There's a new venture for another crofter. Winston has set up the Islands' first commercial oyster farm on the shores of the croft that's been in his family for 450 years. This year is make or break as he's readying his first crop to launch at a local food festival.Further out to sea, we're on board the boat of Bryan a commercial angler by day but also a fierce competitor in Shetland's regular fishing competitions. With help from his friend Ewan, they're looking to catch "the big one" and, with it, the final trophy of the season.We also meet the couple who have dedicated their lives to helping Shetland's wildlife. Jan and Pete run the islands' only wildlife sanctuary, from where they are trying to nurture nature in the form of seal pups Izzy and Lucy.
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