A short walk up along the burn to the dam gives good views of the birdlife in the area. Managed by a local management committee, the centre has permanent and changing displays on local history, crofting traditions, fishing, knitting and folklore. You'll see everything from ancient school registers, parish records, family charts and other documents to old hand-made crofting tools and knitted shawls. Displays and information on the bird life, geology and archaeological heritage of this unique island are also included. Regular meetings and lectures are held with live traditional music and displays of spinning and knitting proving to be two of the most popular events.
Visitors can look forward to a very warm welcome and an interesting and informative visit.
Unst Boat Haven THE history of fishing and seafaring is highlighted and documented to tremendous effect at the Unst Boat Haven at Haroldswick. There is a superb collection of photographs, maritime artefacts, records and a collection of traditional boats on permanent display. There is a small sales area and toilet facilities. The centre is open every afternoon from 2 to 5pm. Old Haa, Burravoe AT Burravoe, Yell is the Old Haa which was built in 1672 making it one of the oldest buildings in Yell.