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About Marrister

Marrister lies on Whalsay, reached by ferry from Laxo on Shetland mainland via the A970 and B9071. The compact island connects small settlements like nearby Symbister through short local roads. About 2 fast EV chargers serve the island. Whalsay's fishing fleet includes some of Scotland's most valuable vessels, often worth millions and moored in Symbister harbour.

Where is Marrister on the map?

Marrister is in Scotland, at 60.356, -1.016 - about 21 km north-east of Billister.

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The closest airport to Marrister is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport, 35 km (about 2 h 12 min by car). Other airports nearby: Foula Airfield, Sumburgh Airport.

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