newsSeptember 30, 2014 at 11:22 am

A plaque marking the exploits of Orcadian explorer Dr John Rae is to be unveiled in Westminster Abbey today.

The event, in the Chapel of St John the Evangelist, is by invitation only and takes place this afternoon, on the 201st anniversary of Dr Rae’s birth.

In Orkney there will be a corresponding ceremony at Rae’s graveside, from 3.30pm, followed by a service in St Magnus Cathedral, which is open to all.