The series of newly-commissioned recordings are pinned onto the map for users to explore. The stories feature ancient myths, local histories, contemporary yarns and community folk tales.
Explore The Map of Stories
Trish Spence & Elke Pearson: For The Makers
Premiering today, 15th of December at 4pm on the Orkney News YouTube channel is the next in the film series ‘Orcadian Stories.’
Joe Horrocks: A Little Monkey Puzzle
In this short film he talks about Edwin Harrold, the eccentric creator of Happy Valley, and his legacy. Both retain a special place in the hearts and minds of many Orcadians.
Simon Brodie: The Veterans’ Breakfast
In this short film for The Orcadian Stories series, Simon explains how the informal club came into being, and the benefits it brings to its members.
Bruce Fletcher ‘The Stronsay Limpet’
Premiering Wednesday 23rd of November at 12 midday on The Orkney News YouTube channel is Martin Laird’s film where Bruce Fletcher speaks about ‘The Stronsay Limpet.
Eleanor Turner ‘A Small Cog’
Eleanor Turner was secretary and administrator with the St. Magnus Festival from 1981-1986, as well as a singer with the Festival Chorus.
Norman Rushbrook: The Men In Black
Premiering on Saturday 19th of November at 4.30pm on The Orkney News YouTube channel is the next in the series of films ‘Orcadian Stories’.
George Rendall: ‘The Rive Gauche’
Premiering tonight, Friday 18th of November at 4.30pm on the Orkney News YouTube channel is the second in Martin Laird’s films series ‘Orcadian Stories’.
Translate, Transfer, Transform – The Frankfurt Book Festival.
“2022 marks a confident energetic return for an event that facilitates the exchange of ideas, sharing of knowledge and a love of books. What a necessary event in current times.”
‘Orcadian Stories’ Coming Soon
A new exhibition will feature work by Orcadian artist and photographer Martin Laird to run at the Northlight Gallery Stromness in association with St Andrew’s Fair Saturday.
