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About Houss

Houss is a small settlement on Shetland, reached via the A970 from Lerwick after flying into Tingwall Airport or taking the ferry. The area has around 19 fast charging points for electric vehicles. It sits among traditional crofting landscapes where centuries-old stone walls still divide the fields into their original patterns.

Where is Houss on the map?

Houss is in Scotland, at 60.066, -1.324 - about 25 km west of Aithsetter.

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What is the closest airport to Houss?

The closest airport to Houss is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport, 19 km (about 26 min by car). Other airports nearby: Sumburgh Airport, Foula Airfield.

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