Bruray facts for kids
| Norse name | Bruray |
|---|---|
| OS grid reference | HU689720 |
| Coordinates | 60°25′37″N 0°44′49″W / 60.427°N 0.747°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Shetland |
| Area | 55 hectares (0.21 sq mi) |
| Area rank | 189= |
| Highest elevation | 53 metres (174 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Shetland Islands |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 24 |
| Population density | 44 people/km2 |
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Bruray (pronounced Broo-ray) is a small island in the Out Skerries group, which is part of Shetland, Scotland. It's special because it has the most easterly (furthest east) village in all of Scotland! Bruray is very close to another island called Housay. They are separated by narrow channels of water known as North Mouth and South Mouth.
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Life on Bruray
Life on Bruray is unique, with interesting connections to its neighboring islands and the wider world.
Connecting Islands: The Skerries Bridge
The Skerries Bridge was built in 1957. This bridge connects Bruray to the nearby island of Housay. It makes it much easier for people to travel between the two islands without needing a boat.
Scotland's Smallest School
Bruray is home to a very special place: Scotland's smallest school! Imagine going to a school where everyone knows everyone. It's a tiny but important part of the island community.
Island Resources and Transport
Sometimes, Bruray can have water shortages, which means there isn't always enough fresh water. Also, there isn't much peat on the Out Skerries. Peat is a type of soil used for fuel. Because of this, people from Bruray are allowed to collect peat from the larger island of Whalsay.
Getting to and from Bruray involves a bit of travel! A ferry connects the Out Skerries to places like Vidlin and Lerwick on the Shetland Mainland. You can also fly to the islands from Tingwall with Loganair.
Bruray's Past
The islands of Housay and Bruray were once offered for sale. The local farming community, known as crofters, had the chance to buy the land but decided not to.
