Earl’s Palace, Birsay

Earl's Palalce Birsay, facing North west from the central courtyard

The ruins of the Earl's Palace in Birsay, are a mere shadow of a grand reformation residence that once stood oppressively over the local Orcadians. Around 1565, Robert Stewart, the illegitimate son … [Read more...]



Orkney Ba’ Game

Kirkwall Ba' game plaque

This Kirkwall Ba' Game is the traditional mass ball game also known as the Uppies and Doonies, played in the town's streets on Christmas Day and new Year's day, starting at 1300 GMT. The Uppies … [Read more...]



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