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PRE-ORDER: 'The Killing Stones' - Signed...
Signed Indie Exclusive Hardback with Sprayed Edges PRE-ORDER Published 7th October 2025 Receive a FREE short story from Ann Cleeves when you pre-order The Killing Stones, early access exclusive to the Orcadian Bookshop! (limited time only) FREE 2nd class UK p&p! Important: 'The Killing Stones' must be ordered separately in it's own order, or your...
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Island Swimmer
Set in Orkney. Escape with this feel-good and big-hearted debut novel from broadcaster Lorraine Kelly. If you love Maeve Binchy, you'll love The Island Swimmer. Once the tide turns, you can't hold it back... By Lorraine Kelly. Paperback.
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PRE-ORDER SIGNED COPY: The Dying Light
The 2nd book in the Orkney Mystery series by Daniel Aubrey. SIGNED COPY PRE-ORDER - published June 2025. In-store signing mid-June tbc, signed copies will be shipped after this, no need to order a copy if attending. Important: this book must be ordered separately in it's own order, unless you are happy for your entire order to be dispatched when 'The...
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PRE-ORDER SIGNED COPY: Uncle Pete and the...
The fourth book in the Uncle Pete series by local author David Flanagan. SIGNED COPY PRE-ORDER - published end May 2025. In-store signing on 24th May, signed copies will be shipped 26th May, no need to order a copy if attending. Important: this book must be ordered separately from other book in it's own order, unless you are happy to receive the...
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Footprint Discover The Shetland Islands Map
Visitor Map Visitor attractions - History - Wildlife - Transport This map is the perfect companion to take for exploring the Shetland Islands. Scale 1:120,000 Waterproof.
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Thorfinn the Nicest Viking - and the...
Thorfinn and his ragtag crew set sail for Orkney to catch fish for the chef-catapulting King of Norway. Paperback. By David MacPhail
£ 6.99
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Orkney and Shetland: British Regional Geology
Orkney and Shetland by The Institute of Geological Sciences.
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Orkney & Shetland - OS Pathfinder Book -...
Ordnance Survey Pathfinder series. Outstanding Circular Walks in Orkney & Shetland. - 28 Great country walks from 1 3/4 to 6 3/4 miles. - Clear, large scale Ordnance Survey route maps. - GPS references for all routes. Paperback book.
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Shetland - South Mainland - 4 - OS...
Ordnance Survey Landranger Series Map. Shetland - covering South Mainland. 1:50 000 2cm to 1km - 1 1/4 inches to 1 mile
£ 12.99
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The Ness of Brodgar: As It Stands
A comprehensive account of the Ness of Brodgar excavations. The 3rd volume in the University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute research series, featuring contributions from institute staff as well as specialists from around the world. Edited by Nick Card, Mark Edmonds & Anne Mitchell. Hardback.
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Three-month subscription to The Orcadian...
Important: Orcadian Newspapers must be ordered separately from books in their own order. (Price excluding postage) A three-month subscription to the print edition of The Orcadian newspaper.
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The Orkney Collection: 55 tunes from the...
A selection of traditional tunes compiled by the Orkney Traditional Music Project. A4 spiral bound paperback.
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Current edition of The Orcadian Newspaper
Note: by default, the current edition of The Orcadian is selected for this product. If you wish to order the next new edition ahead of time please change the "Orcadian Edition" dropdown below to "Next New Edition".
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The Orkney Book of Birds - Pocket Edition
A unique volume that focuses solely on almost 200 birds you are most likely to find in Orkney. Pocket Edition.
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Twelve-month subscription to The Orcadian...
Important: Orcadian Newspapers must be ordered separately from books in their own order. (Price excluding postage) A 12-month subscription to the print edition of The Orcadian newspaper.
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Orkney Scenic 2025 Calendar
Our hugely popular yearly Scenic Calendar with a selection of images of Orkney scenery by the Orkney Camera Club. 2025. 3 months to view. 30 x 21cm. 2025 Appointment version here. 2025 Aerial Calendar here.
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HMS Hampshire: a Century of Myths and...
Twelve authors with local knowledge pool their expertise to sort fact from fiction surrounding the loss of the cruiser HMS Hampshire and Lord Kitchener on 5 June 1916, with an objective review of the many books, press cuttings and copious unpublished records now available. Shortlisted for Mountbatten Maritime Media Award 2017. Hardback.
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Six-month subscription to The Orcadian...
Important: Orcadian Newspapers must be ordered separately from books in their own order. (Price excluding postage) A six-month subscription to the print edition of The Orcadian newspaper.
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The Giddy Limit: Not Quite Tenth...
Giddy Limit Cartoon Strips from 'The Orcadian'. The massively popular creator of 'The Orcadian' cartoon strip Giddy Limit publishes his second book, which is sure to be another best seller. By Alex Leonard.
£ 14.99
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About The Orcadian Bookshop
Here at The Orcadian Bookshop we are passionate about all things books, especially our extensive range of Orkney-related fiction and non-fiction titles. In addition to our vast selection of local books, we also stock a large range of fiction, ranging from the classics to the latest best-sellers.
We also have shelves full of history, nature, cookery and children’s and young adults’ books to mention a few. If you can't find a title you are looking for, please ask one of the friendly members of our team, either in store, by telephone or via email. If we don't have what you are looking for in stock, we can order books directly from our supplier and even arrange to have them posted directly to you.
Our shop is located on Albert Street, just down the road from St. Magnus Cathedral, in the heart of Kirkwall’s historic city centre. If you are in Orkney please pop in, have a browse and say hello. We would love to see you. And, if you are unable to visit us in person, please browse our website, give us a call or email us with any enquiries.
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