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About Sandsound

Sandsound sits on Shetland's Mainland overlooking Weisdale Voe, about 20 minutes' drive from Lerwick via the A970. This small west coast settlement provides access to some of Shetland's most sheltered waters, where traditional boats still moor in the calm voe that perfectly mirrors the surrounding hills.

Where is Sandsound on the map?

Sandsound is in Scotland, at 60.223, -1.362 - about 17 km east of Brunatwatt.

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The closest airport to Sandsound is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport, 17 km (about 20 min by car). Other airports nearby: Foula Airfield, Sumburgh Airport.

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