Discover amazing things to do in the Orkney Islands, where to stay, and how to explore these mystical northern isles.
What to see and do on Orkney Mainland: stunning coastal walks, fascinating history, and beautiful beaches, plus useful accommodation and travel tips.
Life in Norway Show Episode 45: Scotland's Orkney and Shetland have a fascinating Norse history. But it's not just stories in the history books. There remains a strong Norwegian influence on the islanders' everyday life
The Orkney Islands in Scotland have a life of their own. Get swept along with our top 8 things to do in the Orkney Islands here.
Top things to see and do in Orkney, Scotland. How to spend a few days in Orkney, including Kirkwall, Skara Brae and Maeshowe.
A guide to the best things to do in Orkney for a 3 day itinerary including where to stay and tips for getting around.
Planning a trip to Orkney? This post has everything you need to know before you head to this archipelago of Scottish islands.
Organising a trip to the Orkney Islands? Here’s the things you need to think about…
Things to know before you visit the Orkney Islands, Scotland: how to get there, historical sites, accommodation, things to do, and the best things to see!
Have you visited these hidden gems of Orkney - Russadale Quarry, the Castle of Burwick, the Broch of Burgar, and the Stromness Reservoir?
A guide to the best things to do in Orkney for a 3 day itinerary including where to stay and tips for getting around.
Visit Orkney with NorthLink Ferries, and discover over 100 hidden brochs from the Iron Age around the Isles.
Scara Brae Neolithic Village is 5000 years old and predates the pyramids. It was uncovered from it's slumbers beneath the sand dunes during a fierce storm in 1860, dug into midden for insulation and warmth the houses are connected by tunnels. It is now a World Heritage Site in the care of Historic Scotland. Dan Leigh R4 and AutoKap
We've picked out some of our favourite photos of Orkney.
We explore the crumbling castles, craggy cliffs and lush landscapes of the Scottish Highlands and Orkney Islands.
The Orkney Islands lie north of the mainland of Scotland, separated from the mainland by the narrow waters of Pentland Firth. There are some 70 islands, 20 of them inhabited; the largest is Orkney Mainland. The town of Kirkwall is the administrative center. The population is roughly 20,000. www.unc.edu/~rowlett/lighthouse/ork.htm
The Orkney Islands in Scotland have a life of their own. Get swept along with our top 8 things to do in the Orkney Islands here.
What are Orkney's must-see sites? Why not ask an Orcadian? Let native storyteller and historian Tom Muir guide you through the Heart of Neolithic Orkney and more. Find the stories here, and then go explore!
The true age of this ancient stone circle is unknown, but its stunning vista isn't in question.
Ten Orkney places to visit that are a little different. Hidden gems of Orkney include Breckness, Langalebe Geo, Osmondwall, and Olav’s Wood.
Discover the Ring of Brodgar on Mainland Orkney (Scotland), one of the best ring of stones - photos and infos to plan your visit
Reasons to visit Shetland, the top things to do, how to get to Shetland, and the best places to see! Everything from Shetland ponies to Puffins and beautiful beaches.
A guide to the best things to do in Orkney for a 3 day itinerary including where to stay and tips for getting around.
Top things to see and do in Orkney, Scotland. How to spend a few days in Orkney, including Kirkwall, Skara Brae and Maeshowe.
Orkney Islands is an archipelago off the north coast of Scotland comprising 70 islands and is a history lovers dream. Nowhere else in our travels have we found Stone Age historical artefacts this a…
Make sure you sample delicious Orkney food, including Orkney cheese, meat, fudge, oatcakes, and seafood during your holiday in Orkney.
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Top things to see and do in Orkney, Scotland. How to spend a few days in Orkney, including Kirkwall, Skara Brae and Maeshowe.
This epic Orkney Islands itinerary leads you to discover ancient wonders, stand amongst the mystical Standing Stones, and explore dramatic cliffs and landscapes!
Discover the best things to do in Orkney in our essential guide about what to see, where to go and practical tips to ensure you make the most of your visit. If you’re planning a
Butterflies are a beautiful and an important part of the UK’s wildlife. In some years the Red Admiral butterfly can be widespread and common, in others rather local and scarce. It’s a widespread species and can be found anywhere in the British Isles, including Orkney and Shetland The reason we have created our series of British butterflies, is to highlight their huge decline over the last four decades. The UK has 59 species of butterflies – 57 resident species and two regular migrants – the Painted Lady and Clouded Yellow. Five species of butterfly have become extinct in the last 150 years, including the Large Tortoiseshell. Over half of all British butterflies have been placed on the latest UK Red Extinction List of species. We create these butterflies, once an order has been placed, so when we send out our metalwork it will be in the steel form (silver) ready to start rusting. The steel will start oxidising once out in your garden, creating a beautiful and natural rusty patina - it’s actually nice to watch! Butterfly wing span approx 16 cm Total Height 100- 110cm Our Drawings and Designs carry a copyright © 2022
