“A splendid example of a broch, most intelligently well preserved
The Broch of Gurness: Brochtoberfest III
Orkney Walks:The-South-Ronaldsay-East-Coast-Walk–Last-Bit – which went a bit odd!
Definitely take a map!
Community Archaeology Courses
Here are 3 super courses being run in Orkney. One of them is by distance learning so even if you are not on Mainland, Orkney you can still enrol.
Viking Panic! Kilmartin Museum Online Talks
Adrian Maldonado explained how the Vikings were able to use the development of new sailing technology to extend their influence
An Appreciation of John Hedges: An Archaeologist
“The man I spoke with on that evening was very knowledgeable, and was keen to share and discuss his knowledge. And yet, when speaking with me, he was just – himself.”
Rerwick Revisited
“We’ve been to Rerwick many times, but it’s one of those places which you can return to again and again, and there’s always something different to notice.”
Bernie Bell: Orkney Walks (with stories) – Mid-Hill,Stenness – A view from the hill!
here’s a good walk, from Stenness village. Take binoculars!
The Nebra Sky Disc
‘“The Nebra sky disc? Some years ago I saw a television programme about it. ‘
Marking Time – Part Two
“Ways of marking and acknowledging the times of year which influence our lives can be traced across the world, through the millennia.”
Orkney Stone Balls
“I’m going to witter on a bit about carved, and smooth, stone balls again “
