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Collection from writer George Mackay Brown donated to Orkney library

Collection of writer George Mackay Brown donated to Orkney library

Papers, drafts and notebooks from poet and author to be catalogued

17 Jan 2012

A private collection work from Scottish author George Mackay Brown, has been permanently loaned to the Orkney Library and Archive. Coming from the home of the writer's former literary executive, Archie Bevan, in Stromness, the first instalment of around…

Visiting Orkney

Visiting Orkney

Having an adventure on this treasure island

10 Sep 2009

Orkney is a compelling place, with a rich history – but also plenty sandy beaches, beautiful scenery and fun activities to please the casual visitor. Simon Varwell digs beneath the surface

Scottish Islands

Scottish Islands: The essentials

6 Aug 2009

Go in search of the fairies The Isle of Mull’s MacKinnon’s Cave is believed to be the deepest in the Hebrides. A winding path leads towards a waterfall just before the mouth of the Cave and folklore suggests that it offers a passage to the underworld…

Pier Arts Centre scoops top architecture prize

5 Nov 2007

Orkney’s Pier Arts Centre has won the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) Andrew Doolan Award. The £4.5 million centre was up against seven other buildings, including internationally renowned architect Zaha Hadid for her Maggie’s…

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