Scenic South Isles
Port
Kirkwall, United Kingdom
Activity Level
low
Duration
2:15 Hours
As you travel along the coastline of the historic Scapa Flow, you’ll learn fascinating facts from World War I and II that make this one of the best known stretches of water in the world. The series of causeways called the Churchill Barriers link the southern islands and were originally built from cement blocks to protect the Naval Base in World War II.
On the small island of Lamb Holm you’ll stop to visit the beautifully hand-painted Italian Chapel.Known as the miracle of Camp 60, this remarkable structure was built by Italian Prisoners during the last World War. The Chapel has been preserved and maintained for its historical connection with the soldiers from Italy.
Continuing on to the island of South Ronaldsay, you’ll head for the pretty seaside village of St Margaret's Hope, which sits at the head of a sheltered bay.Here, a short stop will be made to explore the craft workshop or take a leisurely stroll, before returning to Kirkwall.
On the small island of Lamb Holm you’ll stop to visit the beautifully hand-painted Italian Chapel.Known as the miracle of Camp 60, this remarkable structure was built by Italian Prisoners during the last World War. The Chapel has been preserved and maintained for its historical connection with the soldiers from Italy.
Continuing on to the island of South Ronaldsay, you’ll head for the pretty seaside village of St Margaret's Hope, which sits at the head of a sheltered bay.Here, a short stop will be made to explore the craft workshop or take a leisurely stroll, before returning to Kirkwall.
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