Malcolm Laing was a Scottish lawyer and historian born in Orkney to Robert Laing and Barbara Blaw in 1762. A blue heritage plaque marks the now seemingly insignificant site in Kirkwall. Born at his … [Read more...]
Orkney Snowdrops
January 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Swathes of snowdrops attract early spring walkers and perhaps the most northerly of these is at Binscarth wood on the Orkney mainland. One of Orkney’s most beautiful woodland walks can be … [Read more...]
Marwick Head
April 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The clifftops of the western coast of Orkney are home to many sea birds and Marwick Head is one of the three RSPB nature reserves on the Orkney islands. Exposed to the Atlantic Ocean, the … [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...]
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...]
Shell Sand at Aikerness
October 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
A rare type of rock called Aeolianite (shell sand) can be found at Aikerness in Orkney. One of the finest examples of Aeolianite can be found in a farm field on the Orkney … [Read more...]
The Churchill Barriers
August 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Arrive at St Margaret's Hope on the Island of South Ronaldsay and head North on the A961 to Kirkwall. This drive will take you over the incredible four causeways linking the Orkney islands of … [Read more...]
