Officially established in 1972 ,the Kirkwall lifeboat station is a relatively recent addition to Scotland’s coastal rescue services.The first 30+ years have seen long and arduous rescues carried … [Read more...]
Dennis Head Old Beacon restoration boost
March 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Dennis Head Old Beacon in Orkney is to receive £50,000 to help fund restoration work.This money will enable much-needed conservation work to continue on the project.Three other projects … [Read more...]
The Outer Islands
October 31, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The Orkney mainland is surrounded by a necklace of isles, some of which are uninhabited by man but offer a wealth of wildlife and heritage.Adventuring these isles can be habit forming as described … [Read more...]
