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Scalloway Castle

Open to visitorsa Historic Environment Scotland site — many are free to wander; staffed ones charge and keep set hours

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Scalloway Castle is one of two castles the Albion Guide charts in Shetland Islands. It is looked after by Historic Environment Scotland.

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