Bressay Sound

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Bressay Sound, (HU480410), also referred to as Lerwick Harbour, lies between the town of Lerwick, and the island of Bressay, on the east side of the Shetland Mainland.
Since the 16th century Bressay Sound has been of great importance to the local fishing industry. For further information, see Herring Stations and The Soviet Fishing Fleet.

Bressay Sound viewed from the Ward of Bressay.
Bressay Sound viewed from the Ward of Bressay.


The World, on her maiden voyage, in Bressay Sound.
The World, on her maiden voyage, in Bressay Sound.
Oilrig off Ness of Sound, at the south end of Bressay Sound
Oilrig off Ness of Sound, at the south end of Bressay Sound
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