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A superb, hands-on, day sail on our traditional wooden fishing boat. Leaving and returning to Lerwick, you will see the fascinating coastline of Bressay and the famous seabird cliffs at Noss National Nature Reserve. You are likely to see seals, porpoises and maybe whales.
Boarding the Swan at 9.30am, your day will begin with a comprehensive safety briefing including how to work the lines on deck and set the sails. We will then put this into practice, enjoying getting hands-on with the sailing as you explore the cliffs, stacks, coves and caves of Bressay and Noss.
A voyage on Swan is very much a hands-on experience - you are part of her crew, and work as a team to make your voyage happen. All tasks are shared and everyone joins in, from the most to the least experienced. For more details of what to expect on board please refer to our Welcome Aboard leaflet.
Included in voyage
• Lunch, tea and coffee
• Sailing instruction
• Life jacket and safety line
There are basic waterproofs onboard, however you may feel more comfortable in your own wet weather gear.
Please ensure you wear sensible footwear, with good grips, and warm clothing, and don't forget your camera.
For further details on what is included, and what to bring with you, please refer to our kit list.
Want to get involved in maintaining and operating a traditional wooden sailing vessel? There are a number of different ways you can volunteer to safeguard, care for and sail this unique heritage asset.
Learn more
Shetland’s iconic sail training vessel, Swan (LK243), marks a monumental milestone this May – 125 years since her launch at Hay’s Dock in 1900.
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In planning an exhibition to mark 125 years since the launch of Swan LK243, Trustees are looking to the Shetland public to loan items for display that would be of interest in charting in the Swan’s history.
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