Christmas Round Up
Christmas activities and a flurry of shoppers have brought a real buzz to Lerwick town centre in recent weeks.
ReadChristmas Window Winner
Ninian have been named the best Christmas window competition winner following the public vote.
ReadAlternative Christmas Light Switch-on
The normal festive Christmas parade to switch on the town centre Christmas lights was unable to go ahead this year due to restrictions imposed on public gatherings because of Covid-19. This did not stop Living Lerwick spreading a bit of Christmas cheer though...
ReadScotland Loves Local Funding Received
Living Lerwick has received funding from the Scotland Loves Local fund to assist with the winter 'Buy Local' campaign being delivered on behalf of town centre businesses in Lerwick.
ReadChristmas arrives at Commercial Street
With the arrival of the Market Cross Christmas tree, the Christmas spirit has definitely arrived at Commercial Street.
ReadBuy Local Film Launched
Living Lerwick launched a short film this week explaining how shopping local benefits many in our small communities.
ReadDouble High Street Hero Recognition
Project Manager, Emma Miller and Director, Edna Irvine have both been recognised in the recent High Street Hero award announcements for the work they have done to support businesses in Shetland during the Covid-19 pandemic.
ReadThe message this spending season is: SHOP LOCAL
The message this spending season is: SHOP LOCAL
ReadWinners Galore in October
The town centre activities held over the October holidays have attracted good levels of footfall to the town centre and provided much needed cheer for those taking part, and lots of prize winners.
ReadLoyalty scheme pays out for local shopper
Anna Marie Arthur from Whalsay was today drawn as the winner of the Spend at the Street campaign launched by Living Lerwick at the end of June. 446 completed loyalty cards were handed in, from 2680 handed out from local shops and cafes to encourage spending local after lockdown closures.
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