Trondra
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| OS Name: | Trondra |
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| Shetland Name: | Trondra |
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| UK Grid Reference: | HU395370 |
| Area (ha): | 275 ha |
| Population: | 133 (2001 census) |
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| Ferry Services: | None |
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Trondra, ( Old Norse : Throndaey = Thrond's Island ), is an island connecting the Mainland to Burra. A local community hall was opened in 1986. Before the bridge was erected in 1971, a school and church were in use.
The Columbus wrecked on the isle on January 23rd 1800.
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