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New tour of Cathedral gravestones brings Orkney’s past to life
Locals and visitors can delve into Orkney’s fascinating history and colourful characters of the past as revealed by the gravestones surrounding St Magnus Cathedral – through a new in-depth guided tour, available from this summer.
07 May 2024
Future of sport in Orkney in good health as funding boost for coaches announced
Orkney’s communities will be on a more level playing field when it comes to the number of qualified sports coaches thanks to a funding package from the Council’s Crown Estate Community Led Development Fund, sportscotland and Orkney 2025.
07 May 2024
Orkney’s seagrass beds the focus of new Westray Heritage Centre exhibition
A deep-rooted partnership project between primary pupils at Westray Junior High School and the island’s Heritage Centre has led to the opening of a new exhibition focusing on seagrass beds.
06 May 2024
“Solid as a rock” performance sees Hope win bronze at national bouldering competition!
Climbing onto the podium at a national bouldering competition to receive a bronze medal is a moment Orkney’s Hope Henderson will never forget.
06 May 2024
Roads update for week starting Monday 6 May 2024
A summing up of road closures and delays due to works, community events, or cruise - for the week starting Monday 6 May 2024.
03 May 2024