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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T151500
DTSTAMP:20260727T085208Z
CREATED:20260727T170047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T085208Z
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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-3/
LOCATION:St Magnus Cathedral\, Kirkwall\, orkney\, KW15 1DH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T153000
DTSTAMP:20260727T173730Z
CREATED:20260727T170022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T173730Z
UID:4691-1789308000-1789313400@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Music\, Magic and Mash-ups
DESCRIPTION:Kate Fletcher and Corwen Broch \nA Magico-musical culture exchange in the Viking World: a talk by Kate and Corwen illustrated with musical performance. \nThe St Magnus Centre is fully accessible\, this event is being held in the main hall on the ground floor. \nThis a free event\, all welcome.
URL:https://orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk/event/music-magic-and-mash-ups/
LOCATION:St Magnus Centre\, Palace Rd\, Kirkwall\, KW15 1PA
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T154500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T084946Z
CREATED:20260727T170047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T084946Z
UID:4693-1789314300-1789318800@orkneyarchaeologysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:St Magnus Cathedral Upper Levels Tour
DESCRIPTION:3.45 pm to 5.00 pm \nThis 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.  More 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-4/
LOCATION:St Magnus Cathedral\, Kirkwall\, orkney\, KW15 1DH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talks,Walks
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