Would you like to explore the best of the Orkney Islands? This
guidebook covers 15 of the best short walks in the area (between 3.5 and
10.5km), including Kirkwall Town, Skara Brae, Brough of Deerness,
Marwick Head, Stromness, the Old Man of Hoy, Graemsay, Rousay, Eday,
Westray and Stronsay.
Why choose this guidebook?
- Easy to moderate walks suitable for almost everyone
- Short climbs but no challenging terrain
- Numbered points which tie maps to clear route description
- Details of public toilets and refreshments along the route
- Route Summary Table to help you choose your walk
Cicerone’s Short Walks
guidebooks contain everything you need to get outdoors and discover the
best of an area. The short walks are perfect if you’re new to walking
or looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family. Let the
adventures begin!
The walks
1. Kirkwall town trail and the Peerie Sea
2. Wideford Hill and chambered cairn
3. Skara Brae and the Bay of Skaill
4. Brough of Deerness and Mull Head
5. Marwick Head
6. Brough of Birsay and the Earl’s Palace
7. Yesnaby Castle and the Brough of Bigging
8. Stromness and the Sands of Warebeth
9. Hoy: The Old Man of Hoy
10. Graemsay: Island circuit
11. Rousay: Mid Howe Cairn and Broch
12. Rousay: Faraclett Head
13. Eday: Ward Hill
14. Westray: Noup Head
15. Stronsay: Vat of Kirbuster
About the author:
Graham runs Graham Uney Mountaineering from his home in Bampton in the
Lake District where he offers skills courses for walkers and climbers,
along with providing a range of qualifications for the national
governing body Mountain Training. Graham also offers guided walking
holidays in the UK, and treks in Nepal. Graham has had 19 books
published to date. He is a freelance journalist and photographer.Outside
work Graham enjoys learning to play the guitar, live music, travel, and
dog walking.
