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27 August 2025
Council’s Culture Fund helps blow trumpet for local arts scene
Orkney’s very own small chamber orchestra, Orkney Camerata, is one of eight local arts groups who’ve hit new highs this year thanks to assistance from the Council’s Culture Fund.
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26 August 2025
VACMA grants for artists opens for twelfth year
The Visual Artists and Craft Makers (VACMA) Award is now open for applications by Orkney artists, to help develop new directions and deepen skills.
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25 August 2025
Library launches new Orkney Flora Trail
A wild makeover of the Library forecourt has seen it transformed into a space where folk can enjoy and learn about local wildflowers.
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22 August 2025
Appointment to Head of Active Communities role
Orkney Islands Council has appointed to its new role of Head of Active Communities
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30 July 2025
Council’s Culture Fund opens for 2026-27 projects
Orkney Islands Council is inviting applications for its Culture Fund – a scheme aimed at supporting cultural activity in Orkney.
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23 July 2025
Sanday Shipwreck identity revealed
(Image courtesy of Rod Thorne, Sanday)
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23 July 2025
Royal Oak sword returns to Orkney in relay around the world
(Image courtesy of Dave Snashall)
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16 July 2025
Revamp for Kirkwall Grammar School games area
The multi-use games area (MUGA) at Kirkwall Grammar School has been given a revamp, just in time for the summer sun - and the Orkney 2025 Island Games of course!
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23 June 2025
Dive into Summer Fun with Our 2025 Summer Holiday Programme!
If you're on the hunt for something to do during the summer holidays, then look no further than our Sport & Leisure Team's extensive programme of activities for July and August.
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12 June 2025
One Month to Go: Orkney Set to Celebrate Sport and Culture at the International Island Games 2025
With just weeks to go, Orkney is putting the final touches to an unforgettable Island Games - where thrilling international sport meets vibrant island heritage, music, food, and community spirit.
