In particular, the Brough of Birsay is a hidden gem with a fascinating history. An uninhabited tidal island off the northwest ...

First-time buyer mortgage sales in the Orkney Islands increased in 2023, new figures show – despite a drop across the UK.

A 10% increase to fees for a short-term let licence in Orkney has been branded “disgusting” by a woman who has often served ...

Jura is another island that is one of the "best Scottish islands to visit" according to Sotheby's. With an area of just under ...

Highland council have voted to raise no objections to plans for a 125-turbine wind farm off the north Caithness coast. The ...

West of Orkney Windfarm has reached “another milestone”.

Picture the scene: it’s approaching sunset at Eynhallow Sound, a stretch of sea between Mainland and Rousay. Seals with oily ...

Orkney’s 15 per cent council tax rise is set to feature on the Jeremy Vine Show on BBC Radio 2 this afternoon. Council leader ...

The Orkney Folk Festival has announced its full programme for the 2025 event. The festival, which will take place between May ...