“Many people in Orkney and further afield regard our Cathedral as a very special place and we must have all measures in place ahead of its reopening to ensure the safety of all.”
Limited Reopening of St Magnus Cathedral From July 21st
Civil Disobedience in Stromness
“the inhabitants of Stromness did resolve to assert their natural liberties and therefore did refuse any longer to submit to this imposition”
Norwegian Constitution Day
May 17th is Norwegian Constitution Day. Orkney’s links with Norway have remained strong to this day.
Orkney’s Worst Aviation Disaster – 75 years ago today #OnThisDay
In the early hours of 31 March 1945 (75 years ago today) a lone US Liberator bomber crashed on the outskirts of Kirkwall.
Kirkwall Local Deliveries: #COVID-19 #Coronavirus
Local shops and businesses in Kirkwall, Orkney delivering to your home or for pick up.
The Ba
“Surprisingly there are few major injuries at The Ba and spectators wisely move quickly out the way as the thunder of men in pursuit nears them.”
Military Veterans Breakfast – February 2020
Saturday saw the regular (last Saturday in the month) veterans breakfast at the RBL in Kirkwall.
Inganess – When The Path Became The Burn
“we thought we’d go to a beach, and decided on Inganess, near Kirkwall. “
Wood B Good St Colms Cards & Cafe Extends Opening Times
Following on from the success of the Friday cafe there are going to be extra openings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in March (see the poster for details).
February Military Veterans Breakfast
The next Military Veterans Breakfast will be on Saturday the 29th of February.
