Unique Orkney islands - a proud heritage and culture
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 …
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A PhD history candidate at York University is looking for anyone who can share their Orkney gardening experience to shed light on the Hudson Bay Company fur trader's gardens. She is writing her …
A recent article by Peder Gammeltoft of Medievalists.net, points to the importance of Orkney & Shetland island names. The islands of Orkney and Shetland consist of islands, skerries and holms …
In a the annual Bank of Scotland study, Orkney is rated amongst the top 10 best places to live. Among the criteria are; life expectancy, performance of schools, employment and climate. The Orkney …
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The imposing neolithic standing stones of Stenness in Orkney are thought to have been erected between 3000 and 2500 BC. Twelve standing stones originally formed the stone circle at Stenness but …
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 …
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