Trondra facts for kids
| OS grid reference | HU398371 |
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| Coordinates | 60°07′N 1°17′W / 60.12°N 01.28°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Shetland |
| Area | 275 hectares (1.06 sq mi) |
| Area rank | 90= |
| Highest elevation | 60 metres (197 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Shetland Islands |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 135 |
| Population density | 49 people/km2 |
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Trondra (Scots: Trondra) is a small island in Scotland, part of the Shetland Islands. It's one of the Scalloway Islands and helps protect the harbor of Scalloway. The island is about 275 hectares (that's like 680 football fields!).
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Trondra's History and Growth
Trondra's population was getting very small until the 1970s. That's when new road bridges were built. These bridges connected Trondra to its neighbors, Burra (both West and East), and also to the southern part of the Shetland Mainland. Because of these bridges, more people started moving to Trondra. The population grew from just 20 people in 1961.
In 1986, the island got a new community hall. This is a place where people can meet and hold events.
Places to See on Trondra
Trondra has a few small settlements, which are like tiny villages. Here are some of them:
- Burland - This is where you can find the Burland Croft Trail, a popular place for visitors to explore.
- Cauldhame
- Cutts
- Glendale
- Scarfataing
Trondra's Geology and Landscape
Trondra is made of very old rocks called dalradian rocks. These are mostly quartz and mica-rich schists. There's also some crystalline limestone in the northern part of the island. This limestone helps make the soil fertile, especially around Cauldhame and Cutts.
The hills on Trondra are covered in grass and heather. You won't see many trees here, which is common for most of the Shetland Islands.
Wildlife on Trondra
Trondra is home to many different kinds of animals, especially seabirds. You can spot lots of gulls and black guillemots flying around.
The island also has many fields where sheep graze. You might even see a few Shetland ponies! Other animals that live on or near Trondra include hedgehogs, sparrows, starlings, seals, and porpoises.
Fun Activities on Trondra
Trondra has a lively community with some cool activities:
- Rowing Teams: Trondra has two rowing teams, one for males and one for females. They compete in rowing races called regattas during the summer all around Shetland. They also have their own yearly "Round Trondra Race."
- "Da Peerie Neep" Event: This is a fun annual event that happens in the Trondra hall. "Da Peerie Neep" means "The Wee Turnip" in Scots. It involves different turnip-related games, like "Toss the Neep."
- Scalloway Fire Festival: Trondra usually sends a male and female team to the Scalloway Fire Festival. This exciting event takes place every year in early January.
See also
In Spanish: Trondra para niños
