This book tells the incredible geological story of the most northerly outposts of the British Isles. By Alan McKirdy. Paperback.
Ordnance Survey Landranger Series Map. Shetland - covering Sullom Voe & Whalsay. 1:50 000 2cm to 1km - 1 1/4 inches to 1 mile
The incredible story of the Shetlanders who fished for cod around Faroe, Rockall, Iceland and Greenland. By John Goodlad.
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.
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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.
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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.
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HMS Hampshire and Lord Kitchener on 5 June 1916, with an objective review of the many books, press cuttings and copious unpublished records now available.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.
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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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