The Orkney Isles

The Orkney Isles lie to the north of the Scottish mainland. They can be reached by ferry from the ports of Scrabster, Gills Bay and John O'Groats. The ferry from John O'Groats is passenger only, the Scrabster and Gills Bay services take vehicles.

Hills and Walks
Hoy

Rousay

Towns
Kirkwall

Stromness

Transport
There are good bus services, run by Orkney Coaches, and regular ferry services between the islands. Bikes can also be hired and are an excellent way to get about.

Accommodation
Kirwall - Good campsite by the sports centre. 10 mins walk from the bus station, 5 mins walk from Lidl and Tesco.

Stromness - Friendly council run campsite at Ness Point, about 15mins walk from the harbour and bus station. Good facilities, though a good 20mins walk from the small Co-op and other grocery type shops. Stromness Hotel does good beer and you might even stumble apon a beer festival going on there. Chippy on the main street into town does good chips.

Rumour has it you can sleep on the Scrabster ferry if you are going on the 6:30am sailing the next day.