What better way to enjoy the journey over the Churchill Barriers in Orkney, than by motorbike.The Churchill Barriers were constructed by Italian POW's during World War II and now form an important … [Read more...]
Haltwhistle – 290 miles from north Orkney
August 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It is often strange how and where you come across references to places or people.Standing proud in a north of England town is a fingerpost, celebrating that north Orkney is only 290 miles … [Read more...]
Book review – Orkney’s Italian Chapel
June 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Over four years of research have led to the definitive book detailing the true story behind the little Italian chapel, built in Orkney during World War II.The Italian chapel created on the … [Read more...]
Walking in Orkney and the Isles
April 6, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Wide open spaces, peace, tranquility and the sounds of nature blend together making Orkney one of the perfect places to strap on the walking boots and go for a walk.Thousands of acres await any … [Read more...]
Camping and Hostels in Orkney
March 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Camping in Orkney can be a very rewarding experience, many campsites are near the shoreline and offer stunning views over the archipelago.Wild camping is also a right of passage in … [Read more...]
Take a cruise to Orkney
February 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment
For thousands of years the Orkney Isles have been seen by mariners as a great place to stock up with provisions before or after a great sailing expedition.In modern times the safe harbours … [Read more...]
Whisky – the spirits from Orkney
February 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Blessed with two distilleries, Orkney is well placed to be on the whisky trail for every lover of good quality spirit.The Highland Park Distillery is the most northern of all the distilleries in … [Read more...]
Genuine VW Camping in Orkney
February 10, 2010 By 2 Comments
Visiting the Orkney Isles is addictive and one of the best ways to see the islands is to go camping.Many people travel to Orkney via ferry, bringing their own motor home with them, However, we … [Read more...]
Accommodation
August 20, 2009 By Leave a Comment
There are many great places to stay on the Orkney Isles.Guest houses and bed and breakfast accommodation is plentiful and a hearty welcome awaits visitors to the islands.Self caterers can … [Read more...]
Getting to Orkney
August 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Although Orkney has only had a regular ferry service since 1992, the Islands are easily accessible by Air and sea.Ferry services from Aberdeen, Gill's Bay, John O' Groats and Scrabster sail … [Read more...]
