The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay were in Lerwick

The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay were joined by Queen Sonja of Norway at the museum, which has been 10 years in the planning at Lerwick Harbour.

The museum uses much recycled material, with the reception desk made from a salvaged boat.

A model of an extinct pig - which was the size of a large dog and had tusks - is also on show.

Traces history

The grice was indigenous to Shetland and can now be seen for the first time in more than 100 years thanks to researchers and a taxidermist.

Boats have been suspended in mid-air as a major attraction.

Elevated viewing platforms on each of the floors of the main building give visitors a series of views of the suspended boats.

The boat hall traces the history of Shetland boats from Viking roots to the present day.