Tomb of the Eagles – Crowdfunding appeal

The South Ronaldsay and Burray Development Trust are hoping to achieve a community buy-out of the Tomb of the Eagles and visitor centre. They aim to reopen and restore it as a community hub and tourist attraction. They have set up a crowdfunding page and would appreciate any support.

Orkney Heritage Society are happy to support this project and have donated £500 towards the target.

“The internationally famous Neolithic chambered cairn at Isbister, known as the Tomb of the Eagles, occupies a spectacular clifftop location in the South Parish of South Ronaldsay. The 5,000+ year-old burial tomb is currently in private ownership. For over 20 years it was a successful family-run, and family-friendly, visitor attraction comprising the chambered cairn, scenic walks, a Bronze Age burnt mound, and a visitor centre. The Tomb provided employment opportunities for young people, and established itself as a much-loved and unique part of South Ronaldsay and Orkney’s tourism scene.”

Follow the link below if you would like to make a contribution.

Tomb of the Eagles Crowdfunder

2024 Laura Grimond Award recognises restoration of Grainbank Mews

The 2024 Laura Grimond Award has been presented to Albert and Aileen Bruce for their superb restoration of Grainbank Mews.
Here are some ‘before and after’ shots of the work undertaken and the couple with their framed certificate. A full article will appear in this year’s OHS Newsletter.

For more information on The Laura Grimond Award for Architectural Projects see this page.