Thursday 14 July 2016

Orkney Delights

Beautiful Orkney - "Not on everyones bucket list" as the lady who checked us in at Gatwick wryly observed but I love it none the less
 
Staying on the East Mainland meant revisiting some favourite haunts and plenty of beachcombing with the not very well hidden intention of bagging a Groatie Buckie or 10! 
 
The sound of oyster catchers and curlew replaced the familiar song birds we usually wake to and a quick peek out of the window meant we were able to check the tide line on the beach.
 
 
 
Marwick Head
 
 
 
Waterfall at Yesnaby
 
 
The Beach at the bottom of the lane (Aikerness)
 
 
A 'Groatie Buckie' (Atlantic Cowrie) said to bring luck and avidly hunted for by locals and tourists alike
 
I am planning a few projects based on the fantastic wildlife we spotted during our stay so watch this space!

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