Young people invited to apply to take part in ‘life changing’ Tall Ships Races

24 February 2026

•Marine

Aerial view of a bustling harbor with multiple sailing ships docked alongside a pier, surrounded by buildings and rolling hills under a partly cloudy sky.

One year on from the Tall Ships: what will its legacy be?

Surplus funding is set to be redirected to training for event security and sailing

25 July 2024

•Community

A green and black traditional sailing boat with brown sails, labeled LK 243, floats on calm waters with a few people onboard and land in the distant background.

Swan recognised in national historic ships awards

Meanwhile Colleen Grains was recently named the Swan’s trainee of the year

23 November 2023

•Marine

A road sign reads "Welcome to Sullom Voe Terminal. Please drive carefully" next to a 30 mph speed limit sign. Industrial tanks and a vehicle are visible in the background.

Carbon capture plans, OPEN becomes a charity, new partner for law firm, tunnel donation and more…

7 September 2023

•Also in the news

‘Intensive’ Tall Ships planning paid off, says police commander

4 August 2023

•Emergency services

A sign outside a stone building reads "Police Scotland, Police Lerwick, Shetland Area Office" on a clear day with a blue sky.

Vehicle crash, Bayes clearance sale, Tall Ships thank you party, and more…

3 August 2023

•Also in the news

Three people are walking outdoors, engaged in conversation, with a nautical environment in the background.

Commercial director of Sail Training International: ‘Sailing changed my life completely’

28 July 2023

•Community

Video shows ‘Jack Sparrow’ climbing to top of tall ship sails

28 July 2023

•Marine

Three uniformed cadets stand on the deck of a tall ship, with sails and rigging visible behind them, against a backdrop of a harbor with other ships.

Bima Suci crew enjoying Shetland’s beauty and eager for royal visit

27 July 2023

•Marine

A smiling person with short white hair and glasses speaks into a microphone while wearing a black outfit with a ceremonial chain.

SIC convener extends warm welcome to visiting Tall Ships crews

27 July 2023

•Council

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Tall Ships crew parade brings carnival atmosphere to Lerwick

26 July 2023

•Community

A row of boats with colorful flags docked at a marina during an event. Overcast sky in the background.

‘The weather is cold but the people in Shetland are warm’ – Tall Ships celebrations under way

26 July 2023

•Community

A musical feast awaits at the Tall Ships

26 July 2023

•Arts

A group of people dressed in Viking costumes, holding shields and weapons, stands near a waterfront with a bonfire in the background and a crowd gathered on the pier.

Scalloway gives visiting sailors a taste of Up Helly Aa

25 July 2023

•Community

A tall ship with numerous flags displayed sails past a docked ferry featuring a blue graphic. Tugboats assist in the harbor. Hills and a smokestack appear in the background.

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Road closures, park-and-ride and more: essential information for the Tall Ships Races

25 July 2023

•Commercial

A group of people are gathering under a white tent decorated with colorful nautical flags, participating in a social event with food and drinks.

Tall ships and sprees in Cullivoe as Yell festivities continue

24 July 2023

•Community

A person wearing glasses and a red cap stands in front of a boat named "Boy Leslie," where two other people are seen in the background handling the ropes.

Boats begin to arrive for Tall Ships

23 July 2023

•Marine

Lerwick harbour ‘feeling the buzz’ as Tall Ships arrival looms

22 July 2023

•Marine

Two adults and two children posing on a dock by the water, holding booklets. The adults wear hoodies, the woman also wears a pink T-shirt, and the children wear a navy hoodie and a light pink T-shirt.

Organisers prepare to welcome thousands to Lerwick for Tall Ships

Cruise ships will also be in town during the Tall Ships – including three on the Thursday

19 July 2023

•Community

Signboard reading "SCALLOWAY BOATING CLUB" with sailing boats on the sea and islands in the background.

Scalloway Boating Club granted occasional alcohol licence for Tall Ships

17 July 2023

•Council

Aerial view of a coastal landscape with cliffs, green fields, scattered buildings, and a body of water under a blue sky with clouds.

Tall Ships visit sure to put the wind in Yell’s sails

13 July 2023

•Community

A woman with short, styled hair wears a white blazer, blue scarf, and a pin. She has a thoughtful expression and stands before a neutral background.

Princess Royal to visit Lerwick for Tall Ships

11 July 2023

•Community

A woman and a man are steering a sailboat together. The woman is holding the wheel while the man stands beside her, both smiling. The background shows a cloudy sky and the sea.

Tiersens to sail to Shetland for gigs during Tall Ships week

8 July 2023

•Arts

One of Scotland's most prominent young rock bands, Tide Lines, are the headline attraction for the Thursday night.

Gig-goers asked to collect wristbands before Tall Ships concerts

6 July 2023

•Entertainment

A group of five people in festive outfits greet the camera on a cobblestone street, with one holding a Scottish flag and another a sign that reads "SWAN UK." Onlookers are in the background.

Countdown is on for 100 youngsters taking part in Tall Ships – while final sponsors are announced

28 June 2023

•Marine

A child, strapped in a harness, is jumping on a bungee ride at a carnival with a vibrant amusement attraction in the background.

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Tall Ships set to make 2023 a summer for all the family to remember

23 June 2023

•Commercial

Firefighters in yellow jackets and helmets work at the scene of a car accident, with the roof of a silver car removed for rescue operations.

Algae in Unst, Tall Ships volunteers needed, dinner ladies recognised and more…

22 June 2023

•Also in the news

A group of people in matching red and black striped shirts dance in the street during a crowded parade. A person on stilts is visible in the background. Spectators line both sides of the street.

Extra ferries, midnight buses and shuttle runs laid on for Tall Ships

14 June 2023

•Transport

A procession with a difference: galley burning to take place in July ahead of Tall Ships

9 June 2023

•Community

Arts agency apologises for Tall Ships ticket queues as events sell out

Nearly 14,000 tickets were sold in just seven hours – with all three Holmsgarth events now sold out

12 May 2023

•Arts

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Thousands of tickets for Tall Ships concerts on sale now

Peat & Diesel, Tide Lines and Queen II among the headline acts

12 May 2023

•Commercial

Abba tribute band performing at Holmsgarth last time the Tall Ships visited Lerwick in 2011.

‘Unprecedented demand’ for Tall Ships tickets

12 May 2023

•Entertainment

Pubs given green light to stay open late during Tall Ships despite police concern

Mareel also had an individual application for a 3am extension during the event approved

1 May 2023

•Council

Summer ferry cabin availability growing limited – especially around Tall Ships

The message from NorthLink remains to book in advance, but more than half of northbound sailings in July already have no cabins left

27 April 2023

•Transport

Board to discuss allowing licensed premises to stay open til 3am during Tall Ships

25 April 2023

•Community

A group of people on a boat work together to raise a sail, with some observing and others taking photos. They are all wearing jackets and life vests. The sky is clear and the sea is visible in the background.

Sail trainees enjoy Swan sessions ahead of Tall Ships

22 April 2023

•Marine

Fairground and circus performers among family attractions at Tall Ships

19 April 2023

•Community

A band performs on a stage with colorful lights and fog effects. The singer at the center wears a yellow jacket, and the guitarist on the right wears a white shirt and long curly hair wig.

Tribute band announced as final Tall Ships headliner

A full draft programme of events has also been released

7 April 2023

•Arts

Sodexo contract, drilling for gas, fuel insecurity fund, new ministers and more …

30 March 2023

•Also in the news

A small passenger plane with "Eastern Airways" livery is stationed on a runway, surrounded by several utility vehicles and personnel, with a grassy landscape and rocky hills in the background.

Sumburgh incident, SRT price rise, battery storage consultation and more…

23 March 2023

•Also in the news

Three men in winter jackets stand on a grassy dune with a beach and ocean in the background. The man in the center wears a hooded coat with fur trim.

Peat and Diesel added to Tall Ships line-up

8 March 2023

•Arts

High energy prices are sending some islanders back to the peat hill.

Peat consultation, memorial masonry course, NorthLink joins Tall Ships, decarbonising agriculture and more …

2 March 2023

•Also in the news

Mànran to perform in Yell at ‘cruise-in-company’ Tall Ships festival

15 February 2023

•Community

First headliner announced for Tall Ships music line-up

Tide Lines, Aly Bain, The Chair and Inge Thomson are among those who have joined the bill

10 February 2023

•Arts

Peatbog Faeries and New Orleans-style brass band on Tall Ships music bill

13 January 2023

•News

Mainland firm to provide first aid cover at Tall Ships

Shetland people have the chance to train as a first aid responder

13 January 2023

•Health

Town centre organisation scoops funding for Tall Ships activities

10 January 2023

•Community

Nature champion, Bressay award, fishing history book, more tall ships support and more…

9 December 2022

•News

Young people invited to apply to take part in ‘life changing’ Tall Ships Races

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