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Catfirth
Catfirth lies in central Shetland along the shores of Catfirth Voe, about 15 kilometres north of Lerwick via the A970 and B9075. The settlement connects to nearby communities through short local routes, whilst Lerwick/Tingwall Airport sits roughly 10 kilometres south. With over 20 public fast chargers nearby, it's well-served for electric vehicles touring the islands. The name derives from Old Norse meaning "cat fjord," though why cats featured in this remote voe's naming remains unexplained.
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The closest airport to Catfirth is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport, 10 km (about 9 min by car). Other airports nearby: Foula Airfield, Sumburgh Airport.
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Catfirth is in Scotland, at 60.267, -1.233 - about 28 km north of Aithsetter.