A short ceremony took place today, 30th July, to mark the placing of a stone for the St Magnus Way, outside the St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall, Orkney
Dedication of St Magnus Way Marker Stone & Pilgrims Table
Marking the St Magnus Way : Public Ceremony of Dedication
A paving stone with the bronze logo of The St Magnus Way pilgrimage route will be officially inaugurated at a ceremony in front of St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall on Saturday 30th July at 12 midday.
Mapping the hidden paths & trails in Orkney
“Better mapping of the paths in Orkney can help give more people here the confidence and knowledge to get outdoors. “Heath Brown Ramblers Scotland
A Great Day For The St Magnus Way Cycle Route
The 67 mile route is mostly on roads with short off road sections. It can be split into two shorter routes for those wanting a more leisurely ride.
Weather Forecast: Dry and rather cloudy. Brighter spells developing over Orkney.
Southeasterly breeze. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
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.
Hobbister to Scapa – Or Maybe Not
“It was a lovely, sunny Sunday – though very windy – well, it is March in Orkney! “
Orkney Cash Boost from National Lottery
Three groups are sharing in £18,200 of National Lottery funding for projects bringing together local people and visitors worldwide to enjoy a range of community activities in Orkney.
Weather Forecast: Squally showers in the freshening northwesterly winds.
A few brighter spells too but these less frequent by afternoon. Maximum temperature 8 °C.
Weather Forecast: Early rain then becoming bright and mainly dry.
Mild with brisk south to southwest breeze. Maximum temperature 13 °C.
