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About West Yell

West Yell perches on Yell's western coast, Shetland's second-largest island. From Lerwick, drive north on the A970 to Toft, catch the ferry to Ulsta, then follow the B9081 west for 4km. The journey takes about 90 minutes including the ferry crossing. This windswept settlement faces the Atlantic with dramatic moorland and coastal cliffs. The Old Haa Museum, housed in a 17th-century laird's house, showcases traditional Shetland boats and island heritage.

Where is West Yell on the map?

West Yell is in Scotland, at 60.529, -1.172 - about 33 km south-west of Brough Lodge.

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The closest airport to West Yell is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport, 44 km (about 1 h 32 min by car). Other airports nearby: Foula Airfield.

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