And yet, located in Orkney, an archipelago to the north of mainland Scotland, Kirkwall offers that remote stillness most of us could only dream of experiencing - with a population of just 10,000.

A BBC Scotland journalist has received a ... At the time I was driving to Inganess Beach on the outskirts of Kirkwall. I had ...

If you crave relaxation but don’t want to give up city comforts, this charming seaside town offers the perfect balance ...

A critically-injured man was airlifted to hospital after being assaulted in Orkney. The incident happened on Burnmouth Road ...

The Orkney Native Wildlife Project is a collaborative effort between RSPB Scotland, NatureScot, and Orkney Islands Council.

It’s Orkney’s Royal Mile ... It’s a lightning rod that sears you straight into the rich history of Kirkwall. This is Scotland, but it was built for a Viking king, with the Northern Isles ...

A 10% increase to fees for a short-term let licence in Orkney has been branded “disgusting” by a woman who has often served ...

“Not to mention, you rarely meet anyone else.” St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall, the main town of Orkney Islands, Scotland. Of all the cinematic seascapes to explore, perhaps none is better ...

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The Orkney Folk Festival has announced its full programme for the 2025 event. The festival, which will take place between May 22 and May 25, will feature artists from around the world, including ...