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Experience Orkney’s Churchill Barriers

December 1, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Looking out over the Churchill Barriers

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...]

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Book review – Orkney’s Italian Chapel

June 11, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

Orkney's Italian Chapel front cover

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...]

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The Churchill Barriers

August 22, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

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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...]

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Orkney’s Italian Chapel

August 17, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Exterior of the Italian Chapel

A labour of love, exquisite artistic skill and craftsmanship transformed World War II nissen huts into a stunning Italian chapel on the isle of Lambholm. The distinct white and red facade of the … [Read more...]

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