Uppies — Spirit of Orkney

What’s on 2010

March 18, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

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January The Ba' - The famous Uppies and Doonies rugby match starting from St. Magnus Cathedral - 1st Jan 2010 February 10th - 13th Feb - The Pirates of Penzance - Kirkwall Amateur Operatic … [Read more...]

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Orkney Ba’ Game

January 6, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

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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