Aithsetter facts for kids
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.jpg) Aithsetter, Cunningsburgh |
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| OS grid reference | HU440304 |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | SHETLAND |
| Postcode district | ZE2 |
| Dialling code | 01950 |
| Police | Northern |
| Fire | Highlands and Islands |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Aithsetter is a small village located on Mainland, which is the largest island in Shetland, Scotland. The name Aithsetter comes from an old language called Old Norse, and it means "the farm at the isthmus." An isthmus is a narrow strip of land that connects two larger landmasses and has water on both sides.
Where is Aithsetter Located?
Aithsetter is part of the Dunrossness area. It is found towards the northern end of a district called Cunningsburgh. This village is about 10 miles (or 16 kilometers) away from Lerwick, which is the main town and capital of Shetland.
What's in the Name?
The name Eiðseti in Old Norse tells us something important about the village's geography. It means "the farm at the isthmus." This suggests that Aithsetter is built on a narrow piece of land with water on either side, which would have been a useful spot for a farm long ago.
