Orkneys Collection

Scotland, Orkney Islands, Skara Brae Prehistoric Village. Skara Brae, a stone-built Neolithic settlement, located on the Bay of Skaill on the west coast of Mainland Orkney

Map of Scotland, 1902. Creator: Unknown
Map of Scotland, 1902. Showing the various counties and islands including the Hebrides, the Shetlands and the Orkneys, and an inset of the rail networks of Glasgow and Edinburgh

Picture No. 10875605
Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Churchill Barriers, series of four causeways in the Orkney Islands Date:

St. Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall, Mainland, Orkney islands, Scotland, UK

Picture No. 10875590
Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Tidal island of Brough of Birsay Date:

Kirkwall from Wideford Hill - Mainland Orkney LA005176
COS-3128 Kirkwall from Wideford Hill Mainland Orkney Bill Coster contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Picture No. 10867829
Scotland - The Old Man of Hoy Date:

Broch of Gurness, Mainland, Orkney islands, Scotland, UK

Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus) whitecoat pup, resting on wrack covered beach, Orkney, Scotland, November

Woman in white dress, pink fichu and corsage, pink bonnet-chapeau. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Carrache after an illustration by Francois-Claudius Compte-Calix from Les Modes Parisienne sous le

Neolithic necklace of bone and teeth from Skara Brae Neolithic settlement. From the Tankernges House Museums collection, Orkney

Italian Chapel (Queen of Peace Chapel), Lamb Holm, Mainland, Orkney islands, Scotland, UK

Ruins of the Bishops Palace, Kirkwall, Mainland, Orkney islands, Scotland, UK

Scapa Flow The German Fleet on 28th November 1918 Date: 1918

English tourists attacked by Northern gannets in the Orkneys
6337581 English tourists attacked by Northern gannets in the Orkneys by Read, William (19th century); (add.info.: English tourists losing hats)

English tourists attacked by Northern gannets in the Orkneys
English tourists losing hats and wigs when attacked by Northern gannets in the Orkneys. Seabirds protecting their nests and eggs. Doctor Prosody attacked by Soland fowl in the Orkneys

St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland, dating back to the 12th century. Date: circa 1845

Light House on the Start, Isle of Sandy, Orkney, from
STC267586 Light House on the Start, Isle of Sandy, Orkney, from A Voyage Around Great Britain Undertaken between the Years 1814 and 1825, published 1821 (coloured engraving) by Daniell

Opening of the Sutherland and Caithness Railway, Kirkwall, Orkneys (engraving)
1589211 Opening of the Sutherland and Caithness Railway, Kirkwall, Orkneys (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Sutherland and Caithness Railway)

The Scuttling of the German Fleet at Scapa Flow, First World War, 1918, (c1920)....: towing German officers and men to one of the British battleships

The Kings Visit to the Grand Fleet, First World War, June 1917, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Kings Visit to the Grand Fleet, First World War, June 1917, (c1920)....bluejackets [sailors of the Royal Navy] marching past His Majesty [King George V] on board one of the battleships at Scapa

Map showing the Scope of the Operations of the 10th Cruiser Squadron... 1916, (c1920)
Map showing the Scope of the Operations of the 10th Cruiser Squadron, First World War, 1916, (c1920). Also known as the Northern Patrol

Lighthouse on the Start, Isle of Sandy, Orkney, 1821. Artist: William Daniell
Lighthouse on the Start, Isle of Sandy, Orkney, Scotland, 1821. From A Voyage Around Great Britain Undertaken between the Years 1814 and 1825 by William Daniell

Broad Street, Kirkwall, Orkney, Scotland, 20th century

Kirkwall from the Cathedral tower, Orkney, Scotland, 20th century

Neolithic Village of Skara Brae, Orkney, Scotland, 20th century. Stone-built Neolithic settlement, on the Bay of Skaill consisting of eight clustered houses

The Church of St Magnus on Orkney, 12th century
The Church of St Magnus, where he was martyred, on the island of Egilsay on Orkney, 12th century

Bone and stone Neolithic necklace
A necklace from a Neolithic Village in Scara Brae, Orkney, made of bone and stone. From the Tankernges House Museum on Orkney

Interior of Neolithic Hut at Skara Brae Neolithic settlement, Orkney. Stone furniture can be seen. The hearth is in the centre, and there are stone beds on the left and right sides

Neolithic bone pins from the Skara Brae Neolithic settlement. From the Tankernges House Museums collection, Orkney

Neolithic bone comb
A Neolithic bone comb from Skara Brae. From the Tankernges House Museums collection, Orkney

Scotland, Orkney Islands, The Ring of Brodgar. The Ring of Brodgar, a Neolithic stone circle and henge monument on the mainland of Orkney, Scotland

Scotland, Orkney Islands, Mainland Orkney. Earls Palace in Birsay, built between 1569 and 1574 by Lord Robert Stewart - An illegitimate son of James V

Scotland, Orkney Islands, Standing Stones of Stenness. The Standing Stones of Stenness, a Neolithic stone circle monument on the mainland of Orkney, Scotland

Sinking of H. M. S. Hampshire
H.M.S. Hampshire sinks in heavy seas just off the Orkneys, having most likely struck a mine laid by a German submarine before the Battle of Jutland

Acorn Barnacle (Semibalanus balanoides) adults and young, on rock exposed at low tide, Brough Head, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland, june

Domestic Cattle, beef bull calf, close-up of head, with ring through nose, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland, june

Vice Admiral Wells, Lyness, Isle of Hoy, Orkney, WW2
Vice Admiral Lionel Wells (1884-1965), Flag Officer of the Orkneys and Shetlands Commands, at a parade of naval staff at Lyness, Isle of Hoy, Orkney, WW2. 1943

Grinding Corn, Orkneys
A girl of the Orkney Islands grinds corn by hand with a stone quern Date: 1905

Barbara Cartland in the Orkneys
Page from The Sketch magazine carrying photographs of novelist and socialite, Dame Mary Barbara Hamilton Cartland (1901-2000), married name Mrs Barbara McCorquodale, pictured at Swanbistre

George V visiting HMHS Plassy, WW1
King George V visiting the Royal Navys hospital ship, HMHS Plassy, at Scapa Flow in the Orkneys, Scotland, on 17 June 1917. Date: 1917

Surrender
21st November 1918: The German battleship the Hindenburg surrendering at Scapa Flow in the Orkneys, the principal British Naval base, seen from a British ship. (Photo by A. R)

Friedrich Der Grosse
21st November 1918: The surrender of the German Fleet to Admiral Beatty at Scapa Flow in the Orkneys. The German ships were scuttled by their crews on 21st June 1919

Bishops Palace, Kirkwall, Scotland
Bishops Palace, Kirkwall, Orkney, Scotland. Housed St Magnus Cathedrals first bishop, William the Old (of the Norwegian Catholic church)

Picture No. 10875607
Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Tres Ness, Sanday Island, Orkney Date:

Picture No. 10875595
Aerial image of Scotland, UK: Broch of Gurness Date:

Great auk, mounted specimen C016 / 4877
Great auk (Pinguinus impennis), mounted specimen. This specimen, obtained from Papa West in the Orkneys, is held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Rock Patterns - Yesnaby Cliffs - Mainland Orkney LA005156
COS-3126 Rock Patterns Yesnaby Cliffs - Mainland Orkney Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Orkneys, a captivating archipelago located in Scotland. These stunning islands are home to numerous breathtaking attractions that will leave you in awe. Immerse yourself in history as you explore the Skara Brae Prehistoric Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates back over 5, 000 years. Take a journey through time with the help of an antique map from 1902, showcasing the intricate details of Scotland's landscape. Marvel at the grandeur of St. Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall, a magnificent structure that stands as a testament to Orkney's rich heritage. Capture panoramic views of Kirkwall from Wideford Hill and be mesmerized by its picturesque charm. The serene beaches dotted with Grey Seal whitecoat pups offer tranquility and natural beauty like no other. Uncover ancient mysteries at Broch of Gurness on Mainland Island, where remnants of an Iron Age settlement await exploration. Delve into wartime history at Scapa Flow, where you can witness remnants of The German Fleet from November 1918. Experience artistic brilliance at the Italian Chapel (Queen of Peace Chapel) on Lamb Holm Island – an architectural marvel created by prisoners during World War II using limited resources but abundant creativity. Orkneys is not just about landscapes and historical sites; it also showcases vibrant culture and traditions. Picture yourself captivated by a woman dressed elegantly in white with a pink fichu and corsage – embodying grace and sophistication. Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Orkneys - where nature's wonders intertwine seamlessly with human ingenuity - creating an experience unlike any other.