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20 February 2026
Orkney's Fifth Parasport Festival registration is open
Registration for the popular event is now open!
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16 February 2026
Pickaquoy Centre facilities closure - update
Part of the Pickaquoy Centre in Kirkwall is set to remain closed to users until at least the end of March following a significant flooding incident in the plant room of the swimming pool.
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9 February 2026
Orkney Islands Council announces Major Upgrade for Birsay Campsite
Birsay Campsite is set to undergo a significant upgrade after the Council’s Sport and Leisure Service successfully secured over £900k in funding.
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6 February 2026
Extended opening hours at Stromness Swimming Pool during Pickaquoy Centre pool closure
Stromness Swimming Pool is extending its opening hours and adding extra sessions to support the community whilst facilities at the Pickaquoy Centre remain closed for essential repairs.
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5 February 2026
Applications open for Athlete Travel Award Scheme
Orkney Islands Council is now accepting applications for the Athlete Travel Award Scheme for the 2026/27 funding period.
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3 February 2026
Joint press release - Pickaquoy Centre facilities closure - update
Part of the Pickaquoy Centre in Kirkwall is set to remain closed to users for a number of weeks following a significant flooding incident in the plant room of the swimming pool.
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17 December 2025
Bikeability coordinator wins recognition at annual awards.
Orkney Islands Council’s Road Safety Officer, Yvonne Scott, has been recognised as the highly commended runner‑up for the Keith Fergus Annual Achievement Award, celebrating outstanding commitment to…
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9 December 2025
Nine play areas across Orkney have seen major improvements this year
Nine play areas across Orkney have seen major improvements this year, breathing a new lease of life into the sites.
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5 December 2025
Manse Road Play Park to close temporarily for redevelopment from the 8th of December
Orkney Islands Council is pleased to announce that redevelopment works will soon begin at Manse Road Play Park.
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28 October 2025
Donate Your Pre-Loved Sportswear to Help People Get Active
sportscotland's Kit for All initiative launches in Orkney, tackling both the cost of sports kit and textile waste.
