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.
A Film Marking The 208th Year Of John Rae’s Birth
‘You can bide here’
An event which will celebrate diversity and tolerance will be held on Saturday 28th of August on the Kirk Green, Kirkwall.
Cathedral Restoration Works
The improvements and restoration to the front of St Magnus Cathedral continue on apace.
Transport News : Buses and Ferries in Orkney
Road closures in Kirkwall and book in advance to travel on Orkney Ferries
Silent Vigil to be Held for #Gaza
Orkney Friends of Palestine will be holding a small silent vigil outside the St Magnus Cathedral, on Saturday 15th of May between midday and 1pm.
The Martyrdom of Magnus
At each stage of their pilgrimage the story teller had recounted another part of the life of this quiet son of Earl Erlend who was to become Orkney’s saint.
St Magnus Cathedral #DayOfReflection
St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall, was floodlit in the colours of the Orkney flag – red, blue and yellow- as part of the Day Of Reflection.
Cathedral Illuminations
Some more stunning images of St Magnus Cathedral illuminated for the Fairtrade Fortnight.
St Magnus Cathedral Marks Fairtrade Friday
Find out more about Fairtrade Events
The Martyrdom of Magnus
At each stage of their pilgrimage the story teller had recounted another part of the life of this quiet son of Earl Erlend who was to become Orkney’s saint.
