Jackie’s guidebook

Jackie
Jackie’s guidebook

Golf club

Looking to play around while in Orkney.
This challenging 9 hole course was opened in 2005 and in 2014 9 more tees were added to give the impression of playing a full 18 hole course. The course is within the village of St. Margarets Hope which is 16miles from our accommodation across the Churchill barriers. Just follow the signs down towards the ferry and turn in at the foot of the bypass at the bowling club. If you reach the square you have gone past the entrance. Green fees are on the web site at southronaldsaygolf.com and we can offer our guests a concession on the daily ticket price.
South Ronaldsay Golf Club
This challenging 9 hole course was opened in 2005 and in 2014 9 more tees were added to give the impression of playing a full 18 hole course. The course is within the village of St. Margarets Hope which is 16miles from our accommodation across the Churchill barriers. Just follow the signs down towards the ferry and turn in at the foot of the bypass at the bowling club. If you reach the square you have gone past the entrance. Green fees are on the web site at southronaldsaygolf.com and we can offer our guests a concession on the daily ticket price.
Orkney golf club is just a the top of our road literally less than a 2 minute walk from the house. This parkland 18 hole course was established in 1889 and commands spectacular views over Kirkwall and out toward the north isles. More information can be found at orkneygolfclub.co.uk
Orkney Golf Club
Grainbank
Orkney golf club is just a the top of our road literally less than a 2 minute walk from the house. This parkland 18 hole course was established in 1889 and commands spectacular views over Kirkwall and out toward the north isles. More information can be found at orkneygolfclub.co.uk

Food scene

Looking for food and drink then you would be hard pressed to find better than these recommendations.
Don't be fooled by the name. This is a great coffee shop and place to eat if you are exploring South Ronaldsay. The also offer quirky cocktail teas served in unusual tea pots. Well worth a visit.
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Robertsons General Store
Church Road
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Don't be fooled by the name. This is a great coffee shop and place to eat if you are exploring South Ronaldsay. The also offer quirky cocktail teas served in unusual tea pots. Well worth a visit.
This is a great pub situated on Kirkwall's harbour front. Local beers and great food. Food is served until 9pm and it can be busy so it's often advisable to book a table if you don't want to take a chance.
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Helgi's
14 Harbour St
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This is a great pub situated on Kirkwall's harbour front. Local beers and great food. Food is served until 9pm and it can be busy so it's often advisable to book a table if you don't want to take a chance.

Neolithic

For those looking to find out about Orkneys distant past here are some recommendations that we know you will love.
If you venture down to South Ronaldsay this is a must see attraction that takes you back to the time to around 5000 years ago. The visitors centre is great and the staff are well informed and passionate about the site. The tomb itself is a must see and is about a mile from the centre along a path that offers great cliff top views of the local sea scape. Don't be put off by the walk because even if you are not able for the walk the centre is still a great visit. Web site - tomboftheeagles.co.uk
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Tomb of the Eagles Visitor Centre
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If you venture down to South Ronaldsay this is a must see attraction that takes you back to the time to around 5000 years ago. The visitors centre is great and the staff are well informed and passionate about the site. The tomb itself is a must see and is about a mile from the centre along a path that offers great cliff top views of the local sea scape. Don't be put off by the walk because even if you are not able for the walk the centre is still a great visit. Web site - tomboftheeagles.co.uk
Orkneys premier neolithic site and a must see for any visitor. This site takes you all the way back 5000 years to a time when the early inhabitants of Orkney lived and worked. Be warned this can be a busy place, especially if there are cruise liners in port, so plan your visit carefully to avoid disappointment.
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Skara Brae Prehistoric Village
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Orkneys premier neolithic site and a must see for any visitor. This site takes you all the way back 5000 years to a time when the early inhabitants of Orkney lived and worked. Be warned this can be a busy place, especially if there are cruise liners in port, so plan your visit carefully to avoid disappointment.

Sightseeing

Here are our recommendations for you.
When you are at Skara Brae then take the opportunity to visit Skaill House which is just next door. This 17th century mansion was built in 1620 and has a varied history. Web site - skaillhouse.co.uk
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Skaill House
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When you are at Skara Brae then take the opportunity to visit Skaill House which is just next door. This 17th century mansion was built in 1620 and has a varied history. Web site - skaillhouse.co.uk
In the heart of Kirkwall, construction of this beautiful building was started in 1137. It is a must see place of interest which is easy to get to by foot if you are planning to take in some of Kirkwall's other sights.
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Catedral de San Magnus
Broad Street
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In the heart of Kirkwall, construction of this beautiful building was started in 1137. It is a must see place of interest which is easy to get to by foot if you are planning to take in some of Kirkwall's other sights.

Travel

Travelling to Orkney then there are a few options available to help you get here.
Northlink offers sailings to Orkney and Shetland direct from Aberdeen or from Scrabster in the North of the Scottish mainland. Start your holiday in style with a comfortable trip onboard modern ferries. Web site - www.northlinkferries.co.uk
NorthLink Ferries
Ferry Road
Northlink offers sailings to Orkney and Shetland direct from Aberdeen or from Scrabster in the North of the Scottish mainland. Start your holiday in style with a comfortable trip onboard modern ferries. Web site - www.northlinkferries.co.uk