19 September 2025 (11:00 - 16:00)
20 September 2025 (11:00 - 16:00)
Please note this event happens on the 19th and 20th of September - outwith the Shetland weekend.
A huge amount of time, effort and funding fully restored this iconic boat to what she is today over 6 years. Since then Swan has been providing public sailing trips each summer, taking part in Tall Ships Races around Europe and operating as a sail training vessel – introducing a new generation of young Shetlanders to the benefits of maritime heritage, sail training and international opportunities!
Swan Trustees invite the public on board to find out more about our boat’s history and Shetland’s maritime heritage. Learn about the possibilities for sail training experiences, and volunteering opportunities on board and on shore.
Take a peek in the engine room, the saloon and the galley, and see how much space each sailor has in a bunk! Guided tours of the boat can be provided on request.
Hear stories from Trustees and crew members about sailing on board and see how you can be involved with a living piece of Shetland’s history.
There will be opportunity to sign up to volunteering roles, or just find out more about what is available to suit every level of skill and ability.
Photo credits: Garry Sandison, Maurice Henderson, and Maggie Adamson.
Visitors will require to climb aboard the boat from the pontoon. This will usually require a long stride and may be upward or downwards depending on tide.
Access to the interior cabins is by vertical ladder so a level of physical fitness is required.
The main deck has level access areas once on board, but with limited space to move around.

Address
Berthed at Scalloway Boating Club Pontoon, Port Arthur, Scalloway, ZE1 0UN