Mareel
Arts and creativity meet the North Sea
Sited right on the edge of the North Sea on the historic Hay’s Dock quayside in Lerwick, Mareel is a focal point for the arts and creative industries in Shetland.
You can watch, listen, learn and enjoy at our flagship venue. It’s a stunning setting for film screenings, performances and creative courses.
Cinema Memberships are also available at Mareel, offering great value for regular cinema-goers while supporting film at Shetland Arts.
Our cafe is the perfect spot to just unwind with a coffee, watching the seabirds and seals bob by.
Visitor information
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Opening hours
Mon: closed
Tues to Thurs: 9am – 9pm
Fri to Sat: 9am – 12am
Sun: 9am – 9pm -
Cafe/bar opening hours
Mon: closed
Tues to Thurs: 10am – 8pm
Fri to Sat: 10am – 12am
Sun: 10am – 8pm
Cafe bar
Our menu serves up locally made sandwiches, wraps and salads, plus cakes and snacks. We have an extensive mix of hot and cold drinks.
Please note: Our cafe bar closes from time to time for private events. Please keep an eye on our social media for any changes to opening hours.
Shop
Pick up unique gifts, prints, books and more by artists and makers from both near and far – including items produced exclusively for us.
Shetland Arts gift vouchers available.
Hire Mareel
From weddings and conferences to band practices and film nights with friends – our flexible spaces and experienced staff can help make it happen.
Our spaces for hire include; the Main Auditorium, the Cafe Bar, the Green Room, the Rehearsal Rooms, Cinema Screens and the Boardroom.
Find out more about venue hire in Mareel and all our spaces.
Access and facilities
- Parking
- 2 wheelchairs available for use
- Toilets (including accessible toilet)
- Full disabled access
- Free Wifi
- Cafe
- We support breastfeeding mums in public place