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Throughout the islands of Orkney there are many distinctive beaches to discover. In anticipation of warm weather this summer, we thought we’d display a list of the fifteen best – most beautiful, peaceful, and fun – beaches to visit in Orkney!
Stephen and Aly Kemp are the owners of Orkney Distilling Limited and they create a range of Kirkjuvagr craft gins inspired by their island heritage. Kirkjuvagr is the old Norse name for Kirkwall, and this bold drink has a home, the Orkney Distillery, which stands on the shore of the town.
For the first time visitor, the most well-known Orkney places such as Skara Brae are a must-see. For those visiting for their second time, for islanders, and for those who are keen to see something a little different, we have compiled this list of Orkney hidden gems!
This is a super-easy recipe for a beef stew that works every time. The recipe serves 6 and uses Dark Island, a beer from the Orkney Brewery, which is a rich, dark ale. When eaten with beef, it tastes divine.
In Orkney, on a dark moor between the Loch of Harray and the Loch of Stenness, there is a vast circle of 36 standing stones. The Ring of Brodgar was built 4,000 years ago but its purpose remains a mystery.
George O’Neill’s 11 year old daughter, Eva made up a recipe for Orkney Cheddar Beremeal Scones using ingredients produced locally. We hope you enjoy this recipe which makes roughly 15 heavenly scones!
If you’re looking for somewhere spectacular to explore then why not take a walk up Wideford Hill, one of the most distinctive hills on the Orkney Mainland? I recommend taking plenty to drink and of course, a picnic to enjoy at the top. After all, you did just climb one of the tallest hills on…
Orkney Gin Company is run by Orcadian couple Gary and Andrea Watt who are passionate about their hand-made spirits, using botanicals grown in the isles and bottles decorated with selkies from Orkney folklore.
This is a recipe for delicious chutney that I made up myself, using the best bits of a few different recipes. It makes approximately two jars and goes really well with cheese and oatcakes. I’m also particularly fond of using the chutney with ham sandwiches!
