Turn in a slow circle, taking in the history that surrounds you, a timeline captured on stone beneath the watchful eyes of the owls. Between snaking wild flowers, attracting the love of insects, lies the story of the north. Meticulous in its panelling, we see the Romans, Bede and Armstrong
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On the Edge of the World
You stand, bracing yourself against the elements and just stare. You know it’s not real, this sense of a barrier. This wall may have stood for centuries, its stone so old you daren't touch it, yet the world continues beyond. Farmland, woodland, crumbling walls… Tales of the wild fill your mind, those thoughts of wilderness that have inspired many.
Five Essentials for a Trip to Orkney
Journeying north to Orkney? Or not been for a while and need a quick packing refresher? Here is a short guide to your suitcase essentials!
Seasonal Shades
In Britain our seasons are stereotypically defined by the weather. In the days of capsule wardrobes and minimalism, there has been a reduction in seasonal dressing, yet there is both a practicality and an aesthetic value to coordinating clothing with the shifting seasons.