In Pictures / Jarl squads join in the fun as Aith lifeboat gala offers something for everyone

31 May 2025 17:51

A group of people dressed in Viking costumes, holding shields and axes, stand outdoors in a celebratory pose with hills in the background.

A rare sight as various 2025 guizer jarls join together for a photo at the Aith lifeboat gala. From left to right: Scott Johnson (Nesting and Girlsta), James Manson (Delting), Alice Jamieson (Cullivoe), Calum Grains (Lerwick), Seth Jamieson (Waas), Michael Farmer (South Mainland). Photo: Marvin Smith

THERE was plenty of family-friendly fun in Aith earlier this afternoon (Saturday) at the village’s lifeboat gala.

There was an opening procession with the lifeboat crew and various jarl squads before plenty of things to do at the pier, hall and beer shed.

Thanks to Marvin Smith for the selection of photos.

Lifeboat crew member Kevin Henry was given a long service award. Photo: Marvin Smith

Two men shake hands outdoors while a crowd, including people in costumes and a mascot, watch in the background.

John Robert Hay was also given a long service award for his 50 years with the Aith lifeboat. Photo: Marvin Smith

Photo: Marvin Smith

There was also a jarls’ eating contest. Photo: Marvin Smith

Photo: Marvin Smith

A man wearing a dark cloak and kilt plays bagpipes while walking down a street; people are gathered in the background on a cloudy day.

Photo: Marvin Smith

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