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Collins Orkney Pocket Map. The perfect way to explore Orkney. Clear mapping at 2.7 miles to 1 inch. Top tourist attractions located. Information about places to visit. Folded paper.
'An Orcadian Seafarer in Peace and War'. Research by Dr Ray Fereday with assistance of John H Ballantyne Further Researched and Written by Spencer J Rosie Paperback.
SIGNED COPY PRE-ORDER Author signing on Saturday 25th October, postal orders will go out on Monday 27th Oct. By Judith Jesch Hardback
Join Kenny's Bairns in Marigold Stewart's second book. Marigold traces the history of education in Sarclet and the small rural school of Thrumster in Caithness, where generations of her family were educated. Paperback.
The Orcadian Saga Book Two, By C.R.C Campbell. Paperback. Book 1 available here.
An Orcadian At Sea. Len Wilson's maritime memoir, Barques, Sparks & Sharks, includes over 100 personal photos and images, beautifully enhancing these swashbuckling tales from bygone days of maritime life. By Len Wilson. Paperback.
Ordnance Survey Landranger Series Map. Shetland - covering Sullom Voe & Whalsay. 1:50 000 2cm to 1km - 1 1/4 inches to 1 mile
Ordnance Survey Landranger Series Map. Shetland - covering North Mainland. 1:50 000 2cm to 1km - 1 1/4 inches to 1 mile
Ordnance Survey Pathfinder series. Outstanding Circular Walks in Orkney & Shetland. - 28 Great country walks from 1 3/4 to 6 3/4 miles. - Clear, large scale Ordnance Survey route maps. - GPS references for all routes. Paperback book.
An informative guide book to Shetland. By Charles Tait. Third edition. Paperback.
A comprehensive account of the Ness of Brodgar excavations. The 3rd volume in the University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute research series, featuring contributions from institute staff as well as specialists from around the world. Edited by Nick Card, Mark Edmonds & Anne Mitchell. Hardback.
Important: Orcadian Newspapers must be ordered separately from books in their own order. (Price excluding postage) A three-month subscription to the print edition of The Orcadian newspaper.
A selection of traditional tunes compiled by the Orkney Traditional Music Project. A4 spiral bound paperback.
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A unique volume that focuses solely on almost 200 birds you are most likely to find in Orkney. Pocket Edition.
Important: Orcadian Newspapers must be ordered separately from books in their own order. (Price excluding postage) A 12-month subscription to the print edition of The Orcadian newspaper.
Our hugely popular yearly Scenic Calendar with a selection of images of Orkney scenery by the Orkney Camera Club. 2025. 3 months to view. 30 x 21cm. 2025 Appointment version here. 2025 Aerial Calendar here.
Important: Orcadian Newspapers must be ordered separately from books in their own order. (Price excluding postage) A six-month subscription to the print edition of The Orcadian newspaper.
Twelve authors with local knowledge pool their expertise to sort fact from fiction surrounding the loss of the cruiser HMS Hampshire and Lord Kitchener on 5 June 1916, with an objective review of the many books, press cuttings and copious unpublished records now available. Shortlisted for Mountbatten Maritime Media Award 2017. Hardback.
Giddy Limit Cartoon Strips from 'The Orcadian'. The massively popular creator of 'The Orcadian' cartoon strip Giddy Limit publishes his second book, which is sure to be another best seller. By Alex Leonard.
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Here at The Orcadian Bookshop we are passionate about all things books, especially our extensive range of Orkney-related fiction and non-fiction titles. In addition to our vast selection of local books, we also stock a large range of fiction, ranging from the classics to the latest best-sellers.
We also have shelves full of history, nature, cookery and children’s and young adults’ books to mention a few. If you can't find a title you are looking for, please ask one of the friendly members of our team, either in store, by telephone or via email. If we don't have what you are looking for in stock, we can order books directly from our supplier and even arrange to have them posted directly to you.
Our shop is located on Albert Street, just down the road from St. Magnus Cathedral, in the heart of Kirkwall’s historic city centre. If you are in Orkney please pop in, have a browse and say hello. We would love to see you. And, if you are unable to visit us in person, please browse our website, give us a call or email us with any enquiries.
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