Accommodation - Hotels

• 1. The Orkney Hotel offers fine food and accommodation in the heart of historic Kirkwall.
  2. The Ayre Hotel 4 Star Hotel in central Kirkwall.
  3. Balfour Castle* unique accommodation in the most northerly castle hotel in the world
  4. Foveran Hotel* family-run hotel and restaurant set in Orkney’s unspoilt countryside with beautiful views over the anchorage of Scapa Flow.
  5. Pierowall Hotel accommodation and perhaps the finest fish and chips in the islands
  6. Woodwick House peaceful, idyllic Country House accommodation in Evie. Set in woods, with burn.

Accommodation - Bed & Breakfast

• 1. Avallon - Finstown. Bed and Breakfast accommodation on edge of the village, overlooking the beautiful Bay of Firth. Close to all historical sites and easy access to Kirkwall and Stromness

  2. Bed & Breakfast Orkney* Mona's B&B is ideally located near the centre of Kirkwall

  3. Foinhaven accommodation in a spacious house on the edge of Scapa Flow

  4. Lindisfarne modern detached house with views over Scapa Flow, Stromness & Graemsay*

  5. Hilton Farm cosy accommodation on a working farm on the island of Shapinsay, with panoramic views.

  6. The Mill of Eyrland offers accommodation in a beautifully converted mill with maintained workings, situated in the parish of Stenness - three miles from Stromness.

  7. Polrudden Guest House* high quality guest house accommodation in Kirkwall.

  8. Roeberry House* - The Manor House of Roeberry: Country House bed and breakfast right by the beach, just 25 minutes from Kirkwall

  9. Riff 2 star STB rated accommodation on small farm in Rendall in the West Mainland

  10. Sand o'Gill Bed and Breakfast and Self-Catering Accommodation on the island of Westray.

  11. Stairwaddie* accommodation in Stromness. Peaceful rural location, within walking distance of the town.

  12. Waterside House set in spacious grounds overlooking Scapa Flow

  13. Westrow Lodge Luxury Bed & Breakfast in Norwegian-style wooden house, situated in Orphir overlooking Scapa Flow. Rated 4 star by Scottish Tourist Board.

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Accommodation - Self-Catering

1. Adelaide Cottage* self-catering accommodation in Kirkwall

2. Bachylis - self-catering accommodation in the parish of Orphir

3. Cliffgate - luxury cottage in the stunningly beautiful village of Rackwick, on Hoy

4. Buxa Farm Chalets self-catering chalets overlooking Scapa Flow

5. Craigiefield House - luxury apartments overlooking Kirkwall Bay in beautiful historic house.

6. Deersound Cottage Four Star holiday cottage in the East Mainland

7. Earls Court - 2-bedroom town house in central Kirkwall
   

8. Eviedale Cottages, Bothy and Campite West Mainland accommodation

9. Grain Park Apartments - Luxury self-catering accommodation in the heart of Kirkwall

10. Holms of Stromness accommodation on a unique holiday island

11. Holmsquoy in the heart of beautiful Stromness in an extensively restored historic building

12. Horrie Farm Holiday Apartments * East Mainland accommodation

13. Lochend, Stenness 4 Star self-catering accommodation in the parish of Stenness

14. Old Bank House * - Sleeping 6, Old Bank House is situated in the conservation area of St. Margaret's Hope, South Ronaldsay; convenient for the ferry and all amenities

15. Old Hall Cottage - lovely cottage in Longhope, on the island of Hoy, with special retreats available.

16. Orkney Cottage Accommodation - luxury cottage accommodation in a stunning location

17. Outbrecks* - self-catering accommodation on the West Mainland

18. Quoyburray self catering accommodation on the East Mainland

19. Quoydale self-catering cottage plus guided tours on the island of Hoy

20. Rickla - 5-star self-catering in the heart of Neolithic Orkney - simply the best!

21. St Magnus Apartment - luxury Kirkwall self-catering apartment, directly opposite St Magnus Cathedral.
    

22. Scapa Flow Holidays accommodation on the island of Hoy, near to many historic sites, and by Longhope Bay

23. Scapa Flow Diving Centre* self contained house and two self contained flats situated at the edge of the Churchill Barriers

24. Self-catering flat in Stromness, for up to six people - part of a Victorian villa. Contact The Mill of Eyrland for further information.

25. The Barn at Old Bogie, Evie offers stunning views and comfortable accommodation ideally situated.

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Restaurants and Inns

1. The Creel Restaurant and Rooms in St Margaret's Hope. Alan and Joyce Craigie's award winning restaurant is renowned for gourmet dishes created using fresh local produce. This restaurant is listed in many of the most prestigious guides, and should be an essential addition to the itinerary of any visitor to Orkney.

Guided Tours

1. Eday Heritage Walk enjoy a Sunday treat on this tranquil island.

2. Great Glen Wildlife Tours offer a unique range of tours around the world, under the experienced guidance of David Kent.

3. Roving Eye Explore the sunken German Fleet without getting wet! Guided underwater tours with a remote operated underwater camera aboard the comfortable MV Guide.

Transport & Travel

1. Maynes Coaches - Maynes Coaches now have a depot at St Margarets Hope, Orkney. We are based there during the summer season, May to September inclusive, supplying 8-10 luxury coaches to handle the incoming tourist market as well as undertake local hires within the islands.
   Our Company has boosted the amount of coaches on the Islands and could handle your requirements from any ferry port and the airport at Kirkwall. With our company's vast experience in completing UK and European tours our highly trained professional drivers will ensure that you receive your "Orkney Experience" to the same standard as our customers have come to expect.
   

2. Norman W. Brass self drive car hire conveniently located for Stromness visitors, including ferry passengers.

3. Orkney Car Hire self drive car hire operated by J.D. Peace & Co - includes secure booking form to arrange all your car hire requirements before you arrive in Orkney.

4. Orkney Ferries for timetables and details of travel to the Outer Isles.

Orkney and Shetland Property For Sale

1. LOWS Solicitors and estate agents with comprehensive details of Orkney properties for sale and advice on buying property in Scotland.

2. Shetland estate agents Dowle, Smith & Rutherford have their full range of Shetland properties for sale on view on their Website.

Scapa Flow Diving

1. John Kemp offer a huge range of Scapa Flow Diving Souvenirs, including personalised printed and embroidered garments.

2. Roving Eye souvenir video of German Fleet filmed with underwater camera.

3. Scapa Flow Charters* dive the Northern Isles on the comfortable Jean Elaine.

Food and Drink

1. Orkney Quality Food and Drink represents the islands' leading producers of high quality foods

2. Judith Glue offers a tempting variety of Orkney hampers available for online purchase.

3. Birsay Heritage Trust offers beremeal for the baking of some of Orkney's traditional food such as nere bannocks - delicious!

4. Jolly's Fish & Farm Produce - long-established fishmonger now offering a full range of fresh Orkney produce available to purchase online

5. Argo's Bakery in the heart of Stromness, offer a superb selection of quality Orkney produce.

6. Orkney's Best - the very best in Orkney food, and Woll and Bamix kitchenware
   

7. Orkney Ice Cream* from Crantit Dairy have a selection of superb real ice cream full of delicious fresh flavours.

8. Orkney Shellfish deliver the freshest live high quality shellfish from the clear waters of Orkney

9. Orkney Wine Company - The Orkney Wine Company offers a range of premium hand made wines using local produce.

Books

1. Boreas Books - books and publications from and about Orkney, specialising in first editions and literature.

2. Life Runs Through It a new book by Graham Anderton, containing short stories and poems based on his experiences in Orkney, Canada and the Highlands of Scotland

Music

1. Fiona Driver has her debut album "The Orkney Fiddler" available via mail order - you can hear Real Audio samples from the album.

2. Judith Glue CDs from Judith's famous Broad Street shop

Gifts, Knitwear and Crafts

1. Birsay Heritage Trust offers beatutiful hand-made silver jewellery commemorating St Magnus, martyred Norse earl.

2. Bridget Woodford for distinctive puffin and seal greetings cards

3. Fair Isle Silver produce beuatiful original hand made jewellery from Fair Isle.

4. Elaine Ward for hand-framed Pictish and Celtic Knot knitwear, available to purchase directly via secure online store

5. Judith Glue has an extensive knitwear collection available for online purchase.

6. Belgarth Bodhrans *traditional drums and turned wooden items, handmade by Eoin and Jane Leonard

7. Fursbreck Pottery *a unique and distinctive range of hand-made pottery

8. Empires Games* fascinating board games based on ancient history, produced by Dave Ward.

9. John Kemp offer a huge range of Scapa Flow Diving Souvenirs, including personalised printed and embroidered garments.

10. MS Woodturning hand-turned wooden bowls and vessels from sustainable resources

11. Scapa Crafts* traditional hand-made Orkney strawback chairs from Jackie and Marlene Miller

12. Shorelines Gallery - watercolour paintings, prints, cards and gifts from Orkney artist Jane Glue

13. Gloria Wallington Celtic and Pictish images in a selection of cards, monotypes and prints

14. Waterfront Gallery * based in Stromness, the Gallery contains regularly changing exhibitions of local artists work

Arts, Museums, Church, Community, Entertainment and Culture

1. Hoxa Tapestry Gallery Leila Thomson's unique large handwoven tapestries

2. Bridget Woodford childrens book illustrator and maker of greetings cards

3. The Birsay Heritage Trust site dedicated to Birsay, the ancient capital of Orkney

4. Orkney Folk Festival

5. Kirkwall Baptist Church are now hosted with us

6. St Magnus Festival - internationally renowned arts festival, also this year Conductors course under Martyn Brabbins.

7. The Pier Arts Centre - Orkney's famous gallery, housing an impressive permanent collection and varied exhibitions - site in development.

8. Atheist Thought*a thought- provoking monthly article from Eric Stockton

9. Kirkwall Grammar School class of '73 had a reunion! See if your photo is on the site....

10. Lady Godiva* publication edited by Eric Stockton from Sanday.

11. Orkney Arts Review 9 issue 9 of the Orkney Arts Society's publication.

12. Orkney Arts Review 10 issue 10 of the Orkney Arts Society's publication.

13. Orkney Arts Review 11 issue 11 of the Orkney Arts Society's publication

14. Orkney Arts Review 12 issue 12 of the Orkney Arts Society's publication.

15. Scapa Flow Website* site produced under Orkney's Education Business Partnership, with the composite Primary 5-7 class from North Walls Community School on the island of Hoy, and David Griffith of Orknet.

16. Skaill House visit this 17th century Mansion house situated on the edge of the Bay of Skaill - the finest mansion in Orkney

17. Sanday* the island of Sanday is represented with a Website compiled and edited amongst the islanders themselves

18. Stromness Museum* is one of the oldest museums in Scotland, with a fascinating heritage on display.

19. Tomb of the Eagles, unique family run museum, chambered tomb and Bronze Age house

20. Gloria Wallington Celtic and Pictish images in a selection of cards, monotypes and prints 

Environment & Sustainable Energy Services

1. Ice Energy Scotland - local company specialising in ground source heating and heat pump technology.

2. Orkney Community Biodiversity Project working with local communities to enhance and promote their biodiversity.

3. Orkney Renewable Energy Forum working to promote a cleaner and greener environment.

Agriculture & Farming, Car Sales, Fishing & Active Lifestyle

1. Erlend J. Tait - car sales and agricultural sales

2. MLM Engineering are an Orkney-based company dealing in the sale and service of new and used agricultural, lawncare and industrial equipment. John Deere dealer.

3. Orkney Auction Mart - livestock, book and furniture sales

4. OrkneyActive - Orkney based business selling outdoor activity equipment. - scooters, quads, pedal and electric bicycles, trampolines, pedal cars, trailers

5. Orkney Trout Fishing Association

Photography

1. Amos Photography - from Katryn Amos.
   

2. Charles Tait Photographic professional photographic and publishing services.

3. Craig Taylor Photography - photographic services for Orkney and the surrounding area

4. Orkney Slide Library commercial and stock images of Orkney by Doug Houghton.

5. Richard Welsby Photography much in demand professional photographer.

Professional Services

1. The Orcadian Orkney's weekly newspaper and publishing company, with a very popular website.

2. Information PLUS* is a company specialising in pioneering multimedia applications.

3. Careers Scotland (Orkney) for advice and information on careers, education and training issues

4. Quality Assurance Services a unique service to clients wishing to pursue certification to the ISO 9000 series of standards.

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