Free entry to historic sites

Some of Orkney’s best known heritage attractions are set to give away free tickets as part of this year’s St. Andrew’s celebrations.

Maeshowe and Skara Brae are amongst 35 of Historic Scotland’s winter ticketed attractions participating in the ticket giveaway across the length and breadth of the country. Members of the public can register for tickets at a special website, www.ticketgiveaway.co.uk

Visitors can register for a free ticket for their chosen site for either Saturday, November 29 or Sunday, November 30, which will provide admission for up to two adults and three children.

There is no limit to how many sites can be applied for, although visitors are being urged to be quick to register so they don’t miss out on the chance to visit a great historic property for free with registration closing at 5pm on Friday, November 28.