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In Pictures / Winter Wonderland – Part 4

Shetland News @shetnews

12 March 2023 10:29

WITH a steady thaw now under way it is high time to publish the final instalment of our Winter Wonderland series, and to look back at an extraordinary week of snow that closed schools for up to five days, created transport havoc and was nevertheless enjoyed by most people.

Many thanks once again to all our contributors.

Aerial view of a coastal town surrounded by snow and ice, with a calm body of water and a snow-covered island in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Clickimin Broch and Lerwick in the sunshine on Friday. Photo: John Waters

A snow-covered road with snow drifts on both sides under a cloudy sky. Power lines run along the right side of the image.

The main road in Fetlar on Saturday. Photo: Chris Bolton

Snow-covered mountains reflecting on a calm lake under a cloudy night sky with visible stars.

Mavis Grind on Thursday night. Photo: Sean Fillingham

A stone house with a glowing window stands in a snow-covered landscape at night, illuminated under a bright moon and clear sky.

Thordale, Walls on Thursday night. Photo: Frances Taylor

A snowman lies on a reclining chair with an umbrella, holding a drink and a book in a snowy outdoor setting. A bottle of water rests nearby, and a house is visible in the background.

Snow sculpture building in Whiteness. Photo: Rachael Robinson

A car, a shed, and another building are covered in a thick blanket of snow, almost obscuring their shapes. The snow appears to be fresh and deep, indicating a recent heavy snowfall.

Unst after Friday’s heavy snow. Photo: Steven Spence

A panoramic view of a snowy landscape by the sea, with partly cloudy skies and visible sun. An individual sits in a wheelchair on the left side of the image, and a small building is seen on the right.

Snow shower passing over Noss. Photo: Jonathan Wills

A white rabbit with brown ears sits in a snow-covered area, partially casting a shadow on the snow.

Not just humans enjoy the snow. Photo: Naomi Anderson

An igloo made of snow stands in a snowy yard with a small flag on top and potted plants at the entrance.

Igloo in Mossbank. Photo: Gerald Russell

A black and white dog sits in the snow beside a fence, with snow-covered fields and buildings in the background under a clear blue sky.

Sally enjoying the snow in Voe. Photo: Alana Paton

A close-up view of a large snowdrift with a blue tint beneath an overhanging edge. Snow-covered landscape with a fence in the background.

When light passes through snow some wavelengths are absorbed and the snow appears blue. Photo: Sean Fillingham

A snow-covered road is being cleared by a yellow snowplow in a rural, snowy landscape with distant hills and utility poles visible.

Clearing the Lunning road of snow on Saturday afternoon. Photo: Hans J Marter/Shetland News

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