“Orkney’s John Rae Society’s Fundraising group had the bright idea of asking supporters to do special sponsored challenges to raise urgently needed funds for our active Society.”
Is It A Whale? Is it a Walrus? Is It The Deepdale Monster?
The Hall of Clestrain Conservation Plan
The John Rae Society commissioned Simpson & Brown Architects and Heritage Consultants to produce a Conservation Maintenance Plan for the Hall of Clestrain.
‘We Be Of One Blood, Thou And I…’ – ‘The Jungle Book’ – Rudyard Kipling
“June is Indigenous People’s Month, and June the 21st is Indigenous People’s Day”
From ‘The Warlock Of Love’ to The Hall of Clestrain…….
” We thought we’d sell it, and donate the proceeds to the Hall of Clestrain renovation fund.”
A Personal Photo-Time-Line Of The Hall of Clestrain – Part Two
“And so, on to the year 2017 – The Winding Stair…..”
A Dashing Young Frenchman
” Has anyone any information about Joseph-Rene’s stay in Stromness in 1851″
And Now For Something Completely Different…………..
“As a patron of the JRS, Michael Palin (I do have trouble calling people ‘sir’) agreed to sponsor The John Rae Explorer badge for the youth of Orkney.”
Would You Care – To Complete A Questionnaire?
You don’t have to live in Orkney for this. You can be anywhere!
Clestrain Courtyard!
“there is a very urgent need to interpret the courtyard at the rear of the Hall. Since it is a Palladian building, we all know its importance for Orkney. Palladian farm courtyards, by their nature are very rare indeed.
Hall of Clestrain Open Day – 21st September 2019
Even the weather joined in the celebrations for the Open Day on Saturday 21st September – blue skies, beautiful sunshine, and a slight breeze – just enough to keep the midges away.
