Unearth Orkney's unique history, wildlife, islands, activities and culture by taking time to browse our Orkney blogs.
For those planning an island-hopping adventure, we’ve put together this helpful guide, providing an overview of various islands in Orkney and highlighting some of their must-see places to visit!
This recipe for ginger snaps comes from the Orkney Hospitals’ Recipe Book which was published in 1984. It made 25 beautiful sweet biscuits that are crunchy at the edge and slightly chewy in the middle – heaven!
Orcadian poet and author George Mackay Brown grew up in the town of Stromness, and shares the excitement and magic of his childhood at Christmastime.
Our friends at the Barony Mill have donated the perfect Christmas recipe. Beremeal Mince Pies have a rich, buttery, crumbly pastry that melts in your mouth and perfectly complements the fruity pie centre.
If you’d like to be inspired to discover a new favourite place in Orkney, why not browse our list of hidden gems? Find out more about Canquoy beach, Rerwick Head and the Stone of Scar here!
There’s nothing finer than homemade soup, especially in winter. This cheesy cauliflower soup recipe comes from Gary Manson, Executive Chef on M.V. Hamnavoe. It is delicious, easy to make and the homemade croutons are divine too!
The island of Flotta isn’t as well visited as other islands in Orkney, but we took a trip there in June, and loved seeing the wartime cinema, the sea stacks at Stanger Head, and amazing metal penguins. It’s the perfect size to walk around in a day!
This amazing recipe for Autumn Fruit and Spiced Oat Crumble comes from George O’Neill, the Executive chef on board MV Hamnavoe. It makes enough for 6, and is a favourite onboard for passengers and crew in equal measure!
Papa Westray, or Papay as it is known locally, is a lovely island to spend the day exploring. Located across the Papa Sound from its sister island Westray, Papay is the third smallest inhabited island in Orkney with a population of around 80 people. Find out more about what makes this island so special.
