Shetland — Spirit of Orkney

Earl’s Palace, Birsay

April 6, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

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...]

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2010, Year O Orkney Dialect

March 5, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

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The Orkney Heritage Society are making 2010 the Year O Orkney Dialect. They aim to raise awareness of the rich heritage reflected in the dialect and encourage its use in everyday life.History of … [Read more...]

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