Archaeology, bird, marine & plant life, geology, folklore, history, scenery and tradition are all catered for in this archipelago of some 70 islands of which only 17 are inhabited

Learn about Orkney's Archaeology, Heritage, Folklore and History with Orkneyjar

Check out the local birds with RSPB, discover flora and fauna with Scottish Natural Heritage and Scottish Wildlife Trust, keep your eyes peeled for marine life with the Sea Watch Foundation Orkney Guide

Photographers Charles Tait author of the definitive "Orkney Guide Book" and Doug Houghton offer fabulous Orkney images

Soak up the local news with The Orcadian & Orkney Today

Buy Orkney an online shop with interesting Orkney information and webcams

Island Hopping...

Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre

Taversoe Hotel 3* B&B Stunning sea views across the garden from the bedroom, lounge and dining room. Nice bar, good food and BIG fluffy towels!

Shapinsay

Girnigoe Private B&B (formerly 4*) A traditional 200 year old Orkney farmhouse situated in the north of the island with lovely sea views over Veantro Bay.

Westray

No1 Broughton 4* B&B stands at the water's edge looking across the sweep of Pierowall Bay and out to Papa Westray. Lovely breakfast served in the conservatory overlooking the sea.

Mainland Orkney...

Bankburn House Private B&B Sitiuated on the outskirts of St Margaret's Hope convenient for the Airport and Pentland Ferries terminal.

Harbourside & Millers House 3 star Guest House overlooking Stromness harbour close to Northlink Ferries terminal. Fabulous breakfast menu - best ever away from home!

Straigona Private B&B East Mainalnd close to the Airport, convenient for Kirkwall and Pentland Ferries terminal