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About Ham, Shetland Islands

Ham lies on Shetland's west coast, reached via the A971 from Lerwick about 35km away. The village overlooks Vaila Sound with its dramatic Atlantic exposure and unpredictable weather. Local routes connect to Walls and the ferry terminals, whilst longer drives head north to Hillswick or south toward Sumburgh. The view across to Vaila island includes the ruins of a Victorian castle perched on its shores.

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Ham, Shetland Islands is in Scotland, at 60.133, -2.050 - about 9 km south-west of Brunatwatt.

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The closest airport to Ham, Shetland Islands is Foula Airfield, 0 km (about 0 min by car). Other airports nearby: Lerwick / Tingwall Airport, Sumburgh Airport.

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