They had a language that was sophisticated and culturally diverse. They defied the social norms of their day and were a crucial workforce.
‘Sharp Tongues and Sharp Knives’ The Herring Lassies
100 years of the Stronsay Agricultural Society – Part 1
“As enthusiasm for the show gathered momentum, wood and rope was purchased to make stock pens, donations of cups for prize-winners were sought and judges found, with arrangements put in place for the ‘steamer’ to call along Stronsay with invited guests and visitors on ‘Show Day’.”
