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SUMMARY:Talk: CHANGE OF VENUE :Carved in Stone: Art and architecture at the Ness of Brodgar by Dr Antonia Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Antonia Thomas will talk about her work recording the decorated stones from the Ness of Brodgar\, both during the excavations and as post-excavation specialist: from the first decorated stone that was found during the excavations in 2006\, to the carved slab that turned up in the last hours of digging in 2024. She will discuss the different types of decorated and dressed stone found on the site\, from small fragments and hidden stones\, to dramatic statement pieces\, and from delicately incised slabs to chiselled and pick-dressed pillars\, and the challenges and potential of recording this incredible and unique assemblage\, which now numbers over 1000 stones.\n\n  \n\nBrief bio: Antonia Thomas is Associate Professor of Art and Archaeology at UHI\, based within the Archaeology Institute at UHI Orkney. Her PhD (University of Aberdeen\, 2016)\,  ‘Art and Architecture in Neolithic Orkney: Process\, Temporality\, and Context’\, involved a detailed study of the decorated stonework from Maeshowe\, Skara Brae\, and particularly the Ness of Brodgar where she has been part of the excavation and post-excavation team since 2006. Antonia was a member of the advisory panel of Scotland’s Rock Art Project (ScRAP)\, and has been commissioned by Historic Environment Scotland to undertake specialist architectural survey work at tombs in Orkney\, including the Holm of Papa Westray South\, where she identified previously unknown carvings\, and rediscovered some which had been thought to have been long destroyed. Her interest in art and archaeology ranges from the Neolithic to the present day\, and in 2020 she launched a unique interdisciplinary master’s programme in Contemporary Art and Archaeology at UHI\, which continues to attract students from across the UK\, Europe\, and North America.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/forthcoming-event-by-dr-antonia-thomas/
LOCATION:St Magnus Centre\, Palace Rd\, Kirkwall\, KW15 1PA
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T213000
DTSTAMP:20260611T132812Z
CREATED:20260611T132139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T132812Z
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SUMMARY:Time Team Special - Launch of Ness Film
DESCRIPTION:Join Time Team’s Dr John Gater and be the first to see the new documentary filmed over the Ness of Brodgar’s last full season of excavation in 2024. \nThere will be a Raffle for Ness funds so please buy some tickets. \nFree entry is on a first come first served basis.\nDoors open at 6:30pm
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/time-team-special-launch-of-ness-film/
LOCATION:Orkney Theatre\, KGS College\, Kirkwall Grammar School\, Kirkwall\, Orkney\, KW15 1QN
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T163000
DTSTAMP:20260710T115431Z
CREATED:20260727T170012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T115431Z
UID:4695-1788948000-1789317000@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Exploratory works looking into the origins and phases of the enigmatic Hall of Clestrain\, John Rae’s family home
DESCRIPTION:Visitors are very welcome to come along between 10.00 – 16.30 and see the work which will be taking place at the Hall of Clestrain.  Parking within the grounds of the Hall.  This is free to attend\, but the John Rae Society would be delighted to receive donations and memberships. \nThere is a shelter and toilets. Under 16s welcomed with an adult. \nDogs are welcome but must be kept on leads at all times. We are in the middle of a busy sheep farm. \nThe site is off the A964\, between Stromness and Orphir.  There will be signs showing the turning.  The What3Words for this site is :  ///surface.contracting.gestures
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/exploratory-works-looking-into-the-origins-and-phases-of-the-enigmatic-hall-of-clestrain-john-raes-family-home/
LOCATION:Hall of Clestrain\, What3Words for this site is : ///surface.contracting.gestures
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094614Z
CREATED:20260727T170045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T094614Z
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SUMMARY:OISF Event.   Walk around the Ness\, with Nick Card
DESCRIPTION:An Orkney International Science Festival event.  £15pp\, from the Ness of Brodgar public car park.   \n For more information about this OISF event\, check their website here \nWALK AROUND THE NESS – Orkney International Science Festival
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/oisf-event-walk-around-the-ness-with-nick-card/
LOCATION:Ness of Brodgar Public Car Park
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094359Z
CREATED:20260727T170024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T094359Z
UID:4621-1788960600-1788966000@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Life at the Coast 200 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:William Daniell’s voyage from Land’s End to Orkney \nTalk by Tom Dawson of The SCAPE Trust\, University of St Andrews.  The talk will be together with the Sanday Afternoon Club. \nTwo hundred years ago\, William Daniell published the final part of his ‘Voyage Round Great Britain’. Starting in 1813\, Daniell took ten years to create 308 drawings depicting the entire coast of Britain. Over half of his hand-coloured engravings were of Scotland\, including twelve from Orkney. His detailed images show natural features\, industry\, harbours\, lighthouses\, people and wildlife\, accompanied with stories of current events including shipwrecks and American privateers. With a focus on Orkney and north Scotland\, this talk will show how Daniell’s work remains relevant today\, helping us understand the huge social and environmental change witnessed at the coast. \n  \nAdmission is free and all are welcome
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/life-at-the-coast-200-years-ago/
LOCATION:Sanday\, – Sanday Community School\, sanday\, KW17 2AY
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T153000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094252Z
CREATED:20260727T170005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T094252Z
UID:4733-1788962400-1788967800@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes at Orkney Museum
DESCRIPTION:Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum\, Broad Street\, Kirkwall.  £25 pp\, includes Orkney Museum Souvenir Guidebook. Booking essential\, maximum of 5 people per tour. Minimum age 12 years old (children must be accompanied by an adult) \nGo behind the scenes at the Orkney Museum with a special visit to the collections store and discover the work that happens beyond the galleries. Learn how collections are cared for\, researched\, and preserved\, and explore Orkney’s history through fascinating artefacts rarely seen by the public. This unique event offers the chance to view objects usually kept in storage and get hands-on with selected artefacts from the archaeology collection while hearing the stories they tell about Orkney’s past.  Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum on Broad Street – the collections store is a short walk from the museum. \n  \nBook via this link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1993338340636?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/6-behind-the-scenes-at-orkney-museum/
LOCATION:The Orkney Museum\, Kirkwall\, Broad Street\, KIrkwall\, KW15 1DH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T183000
DTSTAMP:20260727T094056Z
CREATED:20260727T170003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T094056Z
UID:4735-1788973200-1788978600@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes at Orkney Museum
DESCRIPTION:Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum\, Broad Street\, Kirkwall.  £25 pp\, includes Orkney Museum Souvenir Guidebook. Booking essential\, maximum of 5 people per tour. Minimum age 12 years old (children must be accompanied by an adult) \nGo behind the scenes at the Orkney Museum with a special visit to the collections store and discover the work that happens beyond the galleries. Learn how collections are cared for\, researched\, and preserved\, and explore Orkney’s history through fascinating artefacts rarely seen by the public. \nThis unique event offers the chance to view objects usually kept in storage and get hands-on with selected artefacts from the archaeology collection while hearing the stories they tell about Orkney’s past.  Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum on Broad Street – the collections store is a short walk from the museum. \nBook via this link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1993339851154?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/behind-the-scenes-at-orkney-museum-4/
LOCATION:The Orkney Museum\, Kirkwall\, Broad Street\, KIrkwall\, KW15 1DH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T123000
DTSTAMP:20260727T093406Z
CREATED:20260727T170022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T093406Z
UID:4745-1789038000-1789043400@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Emerging Research\, and a chance to meet students and staff of the UHI Archaeology Institute
DESCRIPTION:The University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute is a world-class teaching and research organisation dedicated to advancing our understanding of the historic environment through the creation\, interpretation and dissemination of archaeological knowledge. \nThis session is an informal chance to hear from some of the current student cohort on their studies and research\, and meet a number of the Institute’s key staff members. \nAll welcome\, no need to book in advance. \n 
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/emerging-research-and-a-chance-to-meet-students-and-staff-of-the-uhi-archaeology-institute/
LOCATION:Orkney College\, Kirkwall
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260727T093300Z
CREATED:20260727T170049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T093300Z
UID:4747-1789045200-1789048800@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:HES Ranger walk at the Ring of Brodgar.
DESCRIPTION:Join the HES rangers for a guided walk around Scotland’s largest stone circle which forms part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site. \nWell behaved dogs on leads welcome.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/hes-ranger-walk-at-the-ring-of-brodgar-2/
LOCATION:Car Park Ring of Brodgar
CATEGORIES:Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T151500
DTSTAMP:20260727T093202Z
CREATED:20260727T170047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T093202Z
UID:4657-1789048800-1789053300@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:St Magnus Cathedral Upper Levels Tour
DESCRIPTION:This amazing tour takes you into the upstairs\, hidden parts of the cathedral\, including the triforium\, clerestory and tower. The tour will show you the infamous hangman’s ladder\, the 16th century bells\, and more\, finishing at the top of the tower where you can see stunning views of Kirkwall and beyond. \nThe meeting point is by the custodian’s office in the south transept – go to the middle of the building and turn right. Look for the sign.  Cost: £15.60pp no concessions\, payment by card or cash. Booking is ESSENTIAL\, as numbers are strictly limited. Call 01856874894 to book. The tour is organised and delivered by the Visitor Services Team at the cathedral. \nMore details about all the cathedral tours here: https://orkneymuseums.co.uk/st-magnus-cathedral-tours/ \nParticipants must be at least 12 years old\, and under-16s must be accompanied by an adult.  The tour is not suitable for assistance dogs. \nThe tour requires participants to walk up and down around 200 narrow stone and wooden steps including spiral staircases. Some of the passageways are narrow\, and there are low stone archways. The tour is not suitable for wheelchairs. \nPhotography is permitted.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/st-magnus-cathedral-upper-levels-tour-2/
LOCATION:St Magnus Cathedral\, Kirkwall\, orkney\, KW15 1DH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260727T093108Z
CREATED:20260727T170059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T093108Z
UID:4752-1789048800-1789054200@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes at Orkney Museum.
DESCRIPTION:Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum\, Broad Street\, Kirkwall.  £25pp\, includes Orkney Museum Souvenir Guidebook. Booking essential\, maximum of 5 people per tour. Minimum age 12 years old (children must be accompanied by an adult) \nGo behind the scenes at the Orkney Museum with a special visit to the collections store and discover the work that happens beyond the galleries. Learn how collections are cared for\, researched\, and preserved\, and explore Orkney’s history through fascinating artefacts rarely seen by the public. This unique event offers the chance to view objects usually kept in storage and get hands-on with selected artefacts from the archaeology collection while hearing the stories they tell about Orkney’s past.  Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum on Broad Street – the collections store is a short walk from the museum. \nBook via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1993340089868?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/behind-the-scenes-at-orkney-museum/
LOCATION:The Orkney Museum\, Kirkwall\, Broad Street\, KIrkwall\, KW15 1DH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T092958Z
CREATED:20260727T170049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T092958Z
UID:4749-1789048800-1789056000@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Investigating Orkney's Submerged Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:– a walk and talk at the Bay of Ireland\, Stenness\, with Dr Scott Timpany. \nOrkney has been described as a “tree-less island”\, however\, in the past there was thriving woodland across the islands. You may be surprised to know that Orkney’s prehistoric woodland (some 6000 years old) can still be visited today. It survives trapped in peat deposits in locations around the coastline of Orkney\, occasionally revealed by the tide as it scours and peels back layers of this peat to expose remains of these remnant woodlands described as submerged forests. On this walk we will visit one of these locations – Bay of Ireland – view the deposits and discuss the lost world of Orkney. \nMeet at Finstown carpark for 2pm.  You will travel to site in the minibus\, with the event due to finish at about 4pm. This is a free event but places are limited so you must book in advance if you want to be taken to site. \nBook via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994503109491?aff=oddtdtcreator \nYou can make your own way there and park at the Brig O’Waithe\, but parking there is very limited. \nYou will be visiting an intertidal location so we would recommend people wear wellies or stout walking boots; waterproofs should also be brought along. The walk is along a saltmarsh area with lots of little creeks and gullies\, so if you are unstable on your feet etc. then this event may not be for you. Young people U16 are welcome with an adult\, and dogs are also welcome. The walk will be circa 2km. \n 
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/investigating-orkneys-submerged-landscapes-a-walk-and-talk-at-the-bay-of-ireland/
LOCATION:Finstown Car Park
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T163000
DTSTAMP:20260727T092905Z
CREATED:20260727T170059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T092905Z
UID:4754-1789052400-1789057800@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Managing World Heritage for the benefit of local communities
DESCRIPTION:Dr Anne Allen. King Street Halls\, Kirkwall \nDr Allen is the Manager at Durham Castle and Cathedral World Heritage Site and Focal Point for UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities \nDurham has been a place of learning and worship for over 1000 years.  Their 2025-2035 World Heritage Site Management Plan seeks to harness the power of our world heritage as a resource for lifelong learning and regenerative tourism. OAS Vice Chair Colleen Batey has recently been appointed as inaugural WHS Honorary Professor of Lifelong Learning. \nThis talk explores how by adopting a place-based approach they are involving the communities they serve and recognising the local values of the site alongside the outstanding universal value that is inscribed on the World Heritage List.  As a result\, they are investing significantly in increasing public access and improving the gardens and designed landscape of the World Heritage Site. \nThis talk takes place in King Street Halls\, Kirkwall and is free to attend\, there will be a raffle to raise funds towards the festival costs and to support Orkney Archaeology Society. This hall is accessible\, the talk will be taking place in the hall on the ground floor.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/managing-world-heritage-for-the-benefit-of-local-communities/
LOCATION:King Street Halls\, King Street\, Kirkwall\, Orkney\, KW15 1JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Orkney Archaeology Society":MAILTO:enquiries@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T183000
DTSTAMP:20260727T092805Z
CREATED:20260727T170035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T092805Z
UID:4757-1789059600-1789065000@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes at Orkney Museum
DESCRIPTION:Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum\, Broad Street\, Kirkwall.  £25pp\, includes Orkney Museum Souvenir Guidebook. Booking essential\, maximum of 5 people per tour. Minimum age 12 years old (children must be accompanied by an adult) \nGo behind the scenes at the Orkney Museum with a special visit to the collections store and discover the work that happens beyond the galleries. Learn how collections are cared for\, researched\, and preserved\, and explore Orkney’s history through fascinating artefacts rarely seen by the public. This unique event offers the chance to view objects usually kept in storage and get hands-on with selected artefacts from the archaeology collection while hearing the stories they tell about Orkney’s past.  Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum on Broad Street – the collections store is a short walk from the museum. \nBook via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1993340544227?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/behind-the-scenes-at-orkney-museum-2/
LOCATION:The Orkney Museum\, Kirkwall\, Broad Street\, KIrkwall\, KW15 1DH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260721T134519Z
CREATED:20260727T170022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T134519Z
UID:4759-1789066800-1789072200@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:22 The Annual David Drever Memorial Lecture
DESCRIPTION:The Annual David Drever Memorial Lecture\nby Professor Colin Richards.  V. Gordon Childe\, Skara Brae and Neolithic Orkney: research and redemption.  King Street Halls\, Kirkwall \n David was the Chair of Orkney Archaeology Society before his sudden and untimely death in August 2025.  To celebrate his significant contribution to Orkney across a number of fields\, the Society has inaugurated an Annual Lecture as part of the Festival. \nWe are delighted to have Professor Colin Richards to launch this series.  Not only an OAS Board Member\, Colin is also Professor of Prehistoric Archaeology here at the Archaeology Institute and a very well published author in his own right as well as in collaboration with colleagues. \nThis talk takes place in King Street Halls\, Kirkwall and is free to attend\, there will be a raffle to raise funds towards the festival costs and to support Orkney Archaeology Society. This hall is accessible\, the talk will be taking place in the hall on the ground floor. \n 
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/the-annual-david-drever-memorial-lecture/
LOCATION:King Street Halls\, King Street\, Kirkwall\, Orkney\, KW15 1JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260727T092654Z
CREATED:20260727T170017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T092654Z
UID:4761-1789084800-1789171199@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Guided Archaeology walk on Papay\, with the Papay Ranger
DESCRIPTION:including boat trip to the Holm of Papay (weather permitting).  £95pp\, including the boat trip. Max of 6 people per tour. Booking essential. \nStarts at 9.15am – all day \n This is an Orkney Archaeology Festival special event. Jonathan\, the Papay Ranger\, is running an adapted tour focusing on the archaeology of Papay\, including the Knap of Howar and a boat trip out to the Holm of Papay\, home of a 5000 year old chambered cairn\, accessible via a ladder. \nThis is a full day event and you will need to make your own arrangements to travel.  For travel details please see the end of the programme.  You are welcome to bring your lunch\, although lunch can be provided at £7\,50pp. \nTo book please call or message Jonathan\, the Papay Ranger\, on 07970 732615 or papayranger@gmail.com
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/guided-archaeology-walk-on-papay-with-the-papay-ranger-2/
LOCATION:Papay
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260727T092453Z
CREATED:20260727T170046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T092453Z
UID:4763-1789120800-1789126200@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes at Orkney Museum
DESCRIPTION:Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum\, Broad Street\, Kirkwall.  £25 pp\, includes Orkney Museum Souvenir Guidebook. Booking essential\, maximum of 5 people per tour. Minimum age 12 years old (children must be accompanied by an adult) \nGo behind the scenes at the Orkney Museum with a special visit to the collections store and discover the work that happens beyond the galleries. Learn how collections are cared for\, researched\, and preserved\, and explore Orkney’s history through fascinating artefacts rarely seen by the public. This unique event offers the chance to view objects usually kept in storage and get hands-on with selected artefacts from the archaeology collection while hearing the stories they tell about Orkney’s past.  Meet outside the front of Orkney Museum on Broad Street – the collections store is a short walk from the museum. \nBook via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1993340760875?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/behind-the-scenes-at-orkney-museum-3/
LOCATION:The Orkney Museum\, Kirkwall\, Broad Street\, KIrkwall\, KW15 1DH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260727T092218Z
CREATED:20260727T170011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T092218Z
UID:4765-1789124400-1789129800@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Walk and Talk at the Tomb of the Eagles\, with Professor Colin Richards
DESCRIPTION:The re-opening of the Tomb of the Eagles as a community-based charity\, managed by the South Ronaldsay & Burray Development Trust in 2025 was a marvellous achievement by a small group of dedicated volunteers\, and with the full support of the Simison family. \nProfessor Colin Richards has been involved in this from the beginning and will be hosting a walk across the site. \nJoin Colin to learn more about the site\, the history and previous discoveries\, and what exciting plans are ahead. \nMeet just before 11.00am at the Tomb of the Eagles.  The aim is to walk across the site so come prepared for the weather.  For more information on the site check their website \nTomb of the Eagles\, Orkney \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/walk-and-talk-at-the-tomb-of-the-eagles-with-professor-colin-richards/
LOCATION:Tomb of the Eagles\, KW17 2RW
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T144500
DTSTAMP:20260727T092032Z
CREATED:20260727T170033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T092032Z
UID:4667-1789135200-1789137900@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:In Hind Sight: the when and where of Neolithic red deer in Orkney
DESCRIPTION:The results of an OAS funded radiocarbon dating and isotope analysis pilot project. \nA talk by Kath Page (4th Year PhD Student UHI Archaeology Institute). This talk will deliver the results of an OAS funded pilot project that analysed radiocarbon dates from the Ness of Brodgar and the chamber cairns of Blackhammer and Yarso to explore changes in depositional practices during the Neolithic/Bronze Age transition and the movement of red deer in the landscape. \nThis talk takes place in King Street Halls\, Kirkwall and is free to attend\, there will be a raffle to raise funds towards the festival costs and to support Orkney Archaeology Society. \nThis hall is accessible\, the talk will be taking place in the hall on the ground floor. \n 
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/in-hind-sight-the-when-and-where-of-neolithic-red-deer-in-orkney/
LOCATION:King Street Halls\, King Street\, Kirkwall\, Orkney\, KW15 1JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T091832Z
CREATED:20260727T170058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T091832Z
UID:4768-1789135200-1789142400@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Energy walk\, with Dan Lee and Neil Kermode
DESCRIPTION:Join Dan Lee of UHI Archaeology Institute and Neil Kermode of Orkney Renewable Energy Forum for a walk and talk about and around the archaeology and history of Wind Power in Orkney.  This will take you from the top of Burgar Hill to the top of Costa Hill and back again. Although some this will be by vehicle\, there is a reasonably strenuous walk from the base of Costa Hill and back down.  Meet at the Visitor Centre at the Burgar Hill Wind Farm. \nThis is a free event but booking is essential so transport between Burgar Hill and Costa Hill can be arranged by UHI. \nOnce out of the Visitor Centre you will be outdoors with no shelter so wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared to walk on some rough ground. All welcome\, including well behaved dogs on leads. \nBook via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994503437472?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/energy-walk-with-dan-lee-and-neil-kermode/
LOCATION:Burgar Hill
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T091746Z
CREATED:20260727T170038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T091746Z
UID:4669-1789138800-1789142400@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Shaping Scotland’s Past:
DESCRIPTION:Research\, Collaboration and the Scottish Archaeological Research Framework.\nA talk by Dr Helen Spencer FSAScot\, Head of Research\, Society of Antiquaries of Scotland \nHelen will talk about some recent work at the Society to promote and support archaeological research across Scotland – focussing on projects in the islands. She will also have an update on the Society’s Scotland’s Islands Research Framework for Archaeology (SIRFA) project which covers the Western Isles\, Orkney and Shetland. \nThis talk takes place in King Street Halls\, Kirkwall and is free to attend\, there will be a raffle to raise funds towards the festival costs and to support Orkney Archaeology Society. This hall is accessible\, the talk will be taking place in the hall on the ground floor.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/shaping-scotlands-past-research-collaboration-and-the-scottish-archaeological-research-framework/
LOCATION:King Street Halls\, King Street\, Kirkwall\, Orkney\, KW15 1JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Orkney Archaeology Society":MAILTO:enquiries@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260727T091336Z
CREATED:20260727T170032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T091336Z
UID:4770-1789153200-1789158600@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:OAS Talk: The Cairns\, Martin Carruthers
DESCRIPTION:The Cairns has been a 20 year excavation of an Iron Age site in South Ronaldsay.  This year is the last year of excavation\, with post excavation work now ongoing.  Join Martin as he reflects on the early findings from 2026\, and outlines what happens next. \n This talk takes place in St Magnus Centre\, Kirkwall and is free to attend\, there will be a raffle to raise funds towards the festival costs and to support Orkney Archaeology Society. This hall is accessible\, the talk will be taking place in the main hall. \n 
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/the-cairns-martin-carruthers/
LOCATION:St Magnus Centre\, Palace Rd\, Kirkwall\, KW15 1PA
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T123000
DTSTAMP:20260727T091129Z
CREATED:20260727T170012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T091129Z
UID:4772-1789207200-1789216200@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Discovering Pierowall\, Westray
DESCRIPTION:with Hazel Moore and Graham Wilson\, EASE Archaeology. \nA walk and talk around the ancient village of Pierowall\, taking in sites of archaeological interest from the Neolithic to Post-Medieval periods – with direction optional visit to Westray Heritage Centre. \nMeet at Quarry Rd\, Pierowall.  KW17 2DF. The WhatThreeWords for this location is upwards.spun.homeward. \nAs this is outdoors with no shelter\, wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared to walk on some rough ground. All welcome\, including well behaved dogs on leads but note that dogs are not allowed in the Heritage Centre.  This is a free event\, with numbers limited to 20. You need to book your place in advance. \nBook via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994505748384?aff=oddtdtcreator \nAnyone travelling to this event from out of Westray will need to arrange their own travel.  This can be either via Orkney Ferries or LoganAir.  See the Location and Travel section for details.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/discovering-pierowall/
LOCATION:Westray
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260727T091029Z
CREATED:20260727T170034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T091029Z
UID:4832-1789210800-1789218000@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Behind the scenes at HMS Tern
DESCRIPTION:Including access to buildings not normally open to the public. Lindsay Bailey\, HMS Tern\nA tour with Lindsay around the fantastic wartime site at HMS Tern and see what a huge difference has been made by Lindsay and the team of volunteers over the last 12 months.  You will\, with this tour\, get access to areas of the site not normally open to the public. \nThis is a free event but numbers are limited to 25 people per tour so you will need to book in advance \nBook via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994507182674?aff=oddtdtcreator \nHMS Tern is based in the West Mainland of Orkney\,signposted off the A967.  The What3Words locations is ///measuring.photos.swan.  Most of the site is accessible but there are some parts of the site which visitors with mobility problems may find difficult to access
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/behind-the-scenes-at-hms-tern/
LOCATION:HMS Tern\, Twatt\, Twatt\, Orkney\, KW17 2JH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260727T090914Z
CREATED:20260727T170057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T090914Z
UID:4776-1789210800-1789218000@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Explore Lyness and the surrounding area\, Hoy
DESCRIPTION:with Mark Wrigley (Photographer and artist).   \nThis will include a walk around the Lyness area and a gently paced walk up to WeeFea\, which will include discussion around the photography of wartime sites and their history\, meet outside Lyness Museum just before 11.00am \nMark has a specific interest in the materials of concrete and stone\, and in 2025 exhibited at The Modernist Society with “Concrete at War”.  Mark is exhibiting in the Northlight Gallery Stromness from Friday 11th September until 29th September and there will also be events in and around the Gallery over this period. \nThis walk with Mark is a free event but you do need to book to attend. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994511288956?aff=oddtdtcreator \nHowever\, for anyone not on Hoy you will need to arrange your own transport via Orkney Ferries – see the Location and Travel section for details.  If you planning to walk up to WeeFea wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared to walk on some rough ground. All welcome\, including well behaved dogs on leads. \n 
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/explore-lyness-and-the-surrounding-area-hoy/
LOCATION:Hoy
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T085738Z
CREATED:20260727T170013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T085738Z
UID:4780-1789221600-1789228800@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Explore Lyness and the surrounding area\, Hoy
DESCRIPTION:with Mark Wrigley (Photographer and artist).   \nThis will include a walk around the Lyness area and a gently paced walk up to WeeFea\, which will include discussion around the photography of wartime sites and their history. Meet outside the front of Lyness Museum just before 2.00pm \nMark has a specific interest in the materials of concrete and stone\, and in 2025 exhibited at The Modernist Society with “Concrete at War”.  Mark is exhibiting in the Northlight Gallery Stromness from Friday 11th September until 29th September and there will also be events in and around the Gallery over this period. \nThis walk with Mark is a free event but you do need to book to attend. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994511413328?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  \nFor anyone not on Hoy you will need to arrange your own transport via Orkney Ferries – see the Location and Travel section for details.  If you planning to walk up to WeeFea wear weather appropriate clothing and be prepared to walk on some rough ground. All welcome\, including well behaved dogs on leads.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/explore-lyness-and-the-surrounding-area-hoy-2/
LOCATION:Hoy
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T085534Z
CREATED:20260727T170050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T085534Z
UID:4836-1789221600-1789228800@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Behind the scenes at HMS Tern
DESCRIPTION:including access to buildings not normally open to the public. Lindsay Bailey\, HMS Tern \nA tour with Lindsay around the fantastic wartime site at HMS Tern and see what a huge difference has been made by Lindsay and the team of volunteers over the last 12 months.  You will\, with this tour\, get access to areas of the site not normally open to the public. This is a free event but numbers are limited to 25 people per tour so you will need to book in advance. \nBook via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994507331118?aff=oddtdtcreator \nHMS Tern is based in the West Mainland of Orkney\,signposted off the A967.  The What3Words locations is ///measuring.photos.swan.  Most of the site is accessible but there are some parts of the site which visitors with mobility problems may find difficult to access
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/behind-the-scenes-at-hms-tern-2/
LOCATION:HMS Tern\, Twatt\, Twatt\, Orkney\, KW17 2JH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T173000
DTSTAMP:20260727T085507Z
CREATED:20260727T170005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T085507Z
UID:4785-1789225200-1789234200@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Workshop: Step into Orkney’s Food Heritage.
DESCRIPTION:This historic baking event is a hands-on cultural experience that immerses you in the rich heritage of traditional food culture in Orkney. The event begins at the historic Barony Mill\, Orkney’s last working watermill\, where the ancient grain bere barley is still milled using traditional methods. Bere has sustained Orkney’s people and livestock for centuries—and it’s still at the heart of local food and folklore.  Along with Dr. Ragnhild Ljosland you’ll uncover the fascinating customs\, beliefs\, and healing traditions surrounding bere and food preparation. You’ll also visit a sacred healing well dedicated to Saint Magnus\, and learn how bere\, water\, and other natural ingredients were once used in folk medicine and healing. \n  \nThe event continues at Birsay Community Hall\, where local chef Lorraine Johnston will guide you through a hands-on baking session. You’ll learn to make bere bannocks —a true taste of Orkney’s past. You will also learn how bere meal and oat meal were preserved through a pre-modern form of vacuum packing\, and a traditional fermentation technique for oats\, producing a delicious youghurt-like substance known to soothe the stomach – past practices we should take with us into a sustainable future. \nThis is an Orkney Time Travel event and costs £35 pp. Places are limited. To book visit the Orkney Time Travel website\, \nhttps://orkneytimetravel.rezgo.com/details/432950/step-into-orkneys-food-heritage
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/workshop-step-into-orkneys-food-heritage/
LOCATION:Barony Mill\, Birsay\, Orkney\, KW17 2L
CATEGORIES:Activity,Festival,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260727T085446Z
CREATED:20260727T170002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T085446Z
UID:4782-1789239600-1789245000@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:OAS Talk - Skaill Farm\, Rousay
DESCRIPTION:Dan Lee and team from the UHI Archaeology Institute have been back on site this year at Skaill Farm\, Rousay. Come along to hear first hand how the dig went\, and whether\, or not\, they have found anything as spectacular as the amazing red sandstone carved head found by student Katie Joss last year \n This talk takes place in King Street Halls\, Kirkwall and is free to attend\, there will be a raffle to raise funds towards the festival costs and to support Orkney Archaeology Society. This hall is accessible\, the talk will be taking place in the hall on the ground floor.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/skaill-farm/
LOCATION:King Street Halls\, King Street\, Kirkwall\, Orkney\, KW15 1JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T085359Z
CREATED:20260727T170032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T085359Z
UID:4685-1789297200-1789315200@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Come Train with the Fleet Air Arm at HMS Tern!
DESCRIPTION:Join the volunteers at HMS Tern for a range of interactive games and hands-on activities for all ages.  Step back in time and experience life on a Royal Navy Air Station during the Second World War. Discover the fascinating world of wartime photography in our newly built darkroom\, test your skills with authentic aircraft recognition training\, and learn what everyday life was like on the Home Front. \nWhether you’re a history enthusiast or simply looking for a fun family activity\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. There is a £5 charge for the dark room event\, all other actives will be free and donations towards the upkeep of the site are welcome.  There is no age limit for visitors\, dogs are also welcome. There is plenty of parking and toilets\, hot and cold drinks and traybakes also available on the day. \nHMS Tern is based in the West Mainland of Orkney\, signposted off the A967.  The What3Words locations is ///measuring.photos.swan.  Most of the site is accessible but there are some parts of the site which visitors with mobility problems may find difficult to access
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/come-train-with-the-fleet-air-arm-at-hms-tern/
LOCATION:HMS Tern\, Twatt\, Twatt\, Orkney\, KW17 2JH
CATEGORIES:Activity,Festival,Outside,Talks,Walks
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