Cunningsburgh History Group

Overview

Cunningsburgh is home to a lively and energetic History Group, which was founded in 2003. The objectives of the Group is to promote an understanding and appreciation of local history. In order to fully meet their objectives, the Group has embarked upon the lengthy planning and fund raising process necessary to have a purpose built Heritage Centre in Cunningsburgh.

The Group has already amassed a large collection of photographs relating to the area and is particularly proud that it has photographs of every person from Quarff and Cunningsburgh who served in World War 2. The largest project so far undertaken by the Group was rounded off by a concert with a strong wartime theme. This was very well received and the Group was invited to perform at various venues in Shetland.

The Group continues to be very active in raising funds, as it will be required to provide a significant contribution if the Heritage Centre is to be built. The Group has also been active in helping the Shetland Amenity Trust in recording local place names, which had never previously been recorded.

Historical walks around Cunningsburgh take place once or twice a year.

Distance from Lerwick-10 miles. 

Email: christiepat@hotmail.com

Events

See the events calendar for information on upcoming events in the area.