On this episode of Scran I took the long trek north to experience a bucket-list event, Shetland's Up Helly Aa which takes place in Lerwick at the end of January each year.

I spent two days on the island learning about the festival and its long tradition as well as exploring Shetland's world of food and drink, both past and present. You'll hear an array of voices, music and sounds on today's podcast.