"Orkney" Blogs & Blog Posts

Skara Brae was one of only eight visitor attractions in the UK to receive a merit award as voted by customers of international tour operator, CIE Tours. [[This is a summary only - For the full article please visit http://www.spirit-of-orkney.com ]]...

With the shock announcement that Groundskeeper Willie, the fictional character from the hit tv series The Simpsons, has Orkney roots we wondered about his heritage. [[This is a summary only - For the full article please visit http://www.spirit-of-o...

The hard-drinking, hard-fighting Springfield resident with the bright red beard - Groundskeeper Willie from The Simpsons is from Orkney. [[This is a summary only - For the full article please visit http://www.spirit-of-orkney.com ]]...

Snowdrops are one of the first flowers to appear in late winter and early spring but this year's mild winter may see them blooming earlier. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit the website for full links, other content, and more! ]]...

Huge Neolithic Temple Discovered on Orkney | Heritage Key. Excellent site. I’m going to Orkney next May, looking fwd to visiting.  ...

A painting by AR Woods, found in a box of junk at an auction in Canada, has arrived safely in Orkney as the hunt for the mystery Ness Battery artist continues. [[This is a summary only - For the full article please visit http://www.spirit-of-orkney.

The long term health of the Papdale Woods is being boosted with help from Pupils of Kirkwall Grammar Sschool. [[This is a summary only - For the full article please visit http://www.spirit-of-orkney.com ]]...