Be inspired by Orkney
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- čas přidán 9. 09. 2024
- Come and be inspired by Orkney.
Discover incredible history and heritage, from amazing archaeology, to tales of Vikings and our wartime legacy.
Explore our stunning coastal scenery and the beautiful, fertile landscape, taking time to sample some of the finest food and drink to be found anywhere.
Remember to visit our local makers too, who craft jewellery, furniture and much more in their workshops with these special islands as inspiration.
Plan your visit at www.orkney.com
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We are coming to Orkney in September , and really can’t wait. We Love the place, people and the peace and quiet.
Excellent, glad to hear it! Hope you have a great time.
Pretty sure my ancestors came from this area... Whether that's the case or not, I will visit someday. Stunning ❤
When you get there, go to the Orkney Archive at the Library in Kirkwall; they can give you lots of help tracing your family history.
@@benwhitworth8881 Thanks so much Charles. I certainly will :)
@@carolinesmyth127 Try the Orkney Family History Society too - you'll find them on Facebook and via a Google search - they can help you delve into the archives too.
@@ORKNEYCOM Thanks :) will do that :)
Great video. I was in orkney for a vlog series recently and loved it, highly recommended for all. Do you have a credit for the musicians?? Great soundtrack
Thanks, Shaun, glad you liked it. We enjoyed your vlog too, you certainly covered a lot of ground! The soundtrack is by local band The Chair, the track is Furmiston Ruby.
Lived there 12 years, good experience, (not somewhere to grow old in), we missed being immersed in our own genetic pool. The SNP and the constant wind took me back South!
Living on one of the outer Northern Islands where typically there is 14 days a year when it’s not sensible to go out side( 80 mph wind 7.5m/s average with 15C max, surrounded by farmers who focus on only turning a shilling, where procreation of all types is the main topic is wearing,
Do you sail, great to enjoy our beautiful ocean planet, Non Linear mode. Life ashore in Linear mode, lacks magic.