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Ancestral Orkney - http://www.ancestralorkney.com/
Offers assistance with tracing family trees, with database of names and famous Orcadians.

Diocese of Aberdeen & Orkney - http://aberdeendiocese.googlepages.com
The Anglican diocese for north-east Scotland. Includes details of parishes in this area, as well as Aberdeen cathedral.

GENUKI: Orkney - http://www.genuki.org.uk:8080/big/sct/OKI/
A list of resources for researching genealogy.

Liam McArthur - http://www.liammcarthurmsp.org.uk/
Liberal Democrat MSP for Orkney. Press releases, diary, photographs and contact information.

Maeshowe Winter Solstice - http://www.maeshowe.co.uk/
Webcams that broadcast from late November to early February each year. Includes information about the neolithic site, internal and external camera location details, and a selection of still images and animations.

Orkney Archaeological Trust - http://www.orkneydigs.org.uk/
Provides the islands with archaeological services. Includes information on the trust and key sites, and journals of past digs.

Orkney Family History Society - http://www.orkneyfhs.co.uk/
Featuring census details, monumental inscriptions, message board and member resources.

Orkney Genealogy - http://www.cursiter.com/
The family heritage of the Orkney Islands. Includes a listing of births, baptisms and marriages for Orcadian surnames.

Orkney History Company - http://www.orkneyhistory.com/
Describes tours and entertainment offered by archaeologists and actors, with photographs and details of past events.

Orkney Islands Cats Protection - http://www.orkneycats.co.uk/
Rescues, rehomes, and raises awareness, with list of recent lost and found animals, and details of neutering campaign.

Orkney Liberal Democrats - http://www.orkneylibdems.org.uk/
News and information from Lib Dems in Orkney Islands.

Orkney Sea Cadets - T.S. Thorfinn - http://www.orkney.seacadets.btinternet.co.uk/index.htm
Uniformed youth organisation for 12-18 year olds. Information and details about this unit, including news, activities and contact details.

Orkney Viking Trail - http://www.orkneyvikingtrail.com/
Presents a detailed history of their travel and settlements, with an interactive map and suggested itinerary for visiting the sites.

Orkneyjar - http://www.orkneyjar.com
The history, traditions, folklore and heritage of the Islands are covered within this site.

Simon Treasure - http://www.simontreasure.name/
Personal pages describing his life at The Hall of Heddle, Firth.

Skara Brae - http://www.washingtonlass.com/Skara_Brae.html
Evidence is presented for Skara Brae having been settled by Ancient Egyptian Priest Astronomers around 4000BC.

SouthRonaldsay.net - http://www.southronaldsay.net/
Providing resources for researching the 19th century history and people of South Ronaldsay and Burray islands.

St Magnus Festival - http://www.stmagnusfestival.com/
Annual celebration of the arts, with programme details, photographs, and information on courses, tickets and booking.

Tim and Jenny's Orkney Website - http://www.barthorpe.me.uk/
Includes webcams, photo album, and information about their home and lives in Orkney.

Voluntary Action Orkney - http://www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/VAO/
Representing and supporting local organisations, with details of services offered, library, events calendar and list of sponsors.

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