The John Rae Society (JRS) held its annual commemoration of the birth of Arctic explorer Dr John Rae on Saturday 30th of September 2023. After a short piper led walk to Rae’s […]
Celebrating Rae’s Legacy in Arctic Exploration
Signed Copy of Erebus by Michael Palin among the Amazing Lots: Auction in Support of the John Rae Society
The lots including signed specialist books, original artworks, and a rare special edition Highland Park Whisky with the money raised going to support the work of The John Rae Society.
Celebrate the Birthday of Arctic Explorer Dr John Rae
Two public events are planned to mark the 209th birthday of Orphir-born Arctic Explorer John Rae on Friday September 30th
Hall of Clestrain Reveals Its Hidden Depths
The Hall of Clestrain, childhood home of Arctic explorer Dr John Rae, is surrounded by a moat which over the years has become completely blocked up.
A Film Marking The 208th Year Of John Rae’s Birth
A short film of the ceremony to mark the 208th year of the birth of Arctic explorer Dr John Rae, born 30th September 1813 at the Hall of Clestrain, Orphir, Orkney.
Celebrate The Birthday of Arctic Explorer Dr John Rae
An open invite has been extended to Orkney and the rest of the world to celebrate the life and deeds of John Rae on Thursday, 30th September at noon by the Society building a legacy to his name.
A Personal Photo-Time-Line Of The Hall of Clestrain – Part One
” I thought I’d also go back to when Mike and I first visited the Hall of Clestrain, look through our photos, and put together a similar time-line of developments, there.”
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.”
Mike Gets Arty At Clestrain
The extra-ordinary, free-standing stone stairway at Clestrain, has been photographed many times
Arctic Return Expedition: Video Clip Report
We have been asked by Bernie Bell to share this video clip report about the success of the expedition.
