Orkney

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Scapa Flow, the British naval base in the Orkney Islands, and the Churchill Barriers constructed during World War II.

Renovated to an exceptionally high standard from historic 250 year old buildings, the Auld Smokehoose apartment stands conveniently located at the bottom of Kirkwall's East Road in one of the oldest sections of the town. ...

The well-preserved village of Skara Brae shows the sophistication of the Orkney islands' Neolithic inhabitants.

Brodgar stone circle - Ring of Brodgar - details of its astronimical significance. Stones of Wonder is a comprehensive guide to the astronomy of the ancient stone circles, cairns and megaliths in Scotland. It includes full site descriptions, plans and photos.

U.K Backpacker Tours to Scotland - 7 Day Orkney and Skye tour departing from Edinburgh

Because of a general lack of trees Orkney is often a great place for Skyscapes/Cloudscapes. In this instance I had already seen the Weather Forecast - predicting rain the next day(s) - & wondered whether streaky clouds like this are an indication of an approaching Weather Front?

Participants on this tour will explore the diverse landscape of the Isle of Skye, the largest of the Hebrides, and Orkney. Each day will be at a relaxed pace, allowing time to take in the local history, people and culture. You will hike across the

Travel to Orkney with Pentland Ferries, crossing the Pentland Firth in under one hour from Gills Bay to St Margarets Hope.

Scapa Flow Diving

Diving Scapa Flow - Sunrise Dive Charters : scuba dive the wrecks of Scapa Flow with the best live-aboard hardboat in Orkney