About the local area
Locally,
there are many activities to do including visiting archaeological sites
and wildlife hotspots.
In the vicinity there is an interesting doocot at the Hall of Rendall. This is unique to Orkney. In the adjacent parish of Evie, the Broch of Gurness is one of the best preserved brochs in Orkney. The broch is a tall, defended tower surrounded by a series of small stone dwelling houses. The broch was discovered by Robert Rendall in 1929 and it is thought that it was built between 200BC and 100BC.
Along the vast stretches of coastline you can see common and grey seals,
otters and 
dolphins. Nearby, the Holm of Rendall has a large colony of
Arctic terns. The loch of Brockan is a good place to see wintering and
migrant wildfowl and waders, while the RSPB reserve at Cottascarth is
a good place to see hen harriers.
The Tingwall terminal with ferries travelling regularly to the northern
isles of Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre is within close proximity. Rousay is
rich in archaeology with various cairns and brochs distributed particularly
on the south side of the island.
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The Trumland RSPB reserve is characterised
by moorland hills and it is possible to see hen harriers, merlin, perigrene
and red throated divers. Egilsay lies to the east of Rousay where the
St Magnus Church can be explored.
Burgar Hill in Evie has a number of wind turbines, this area boasts magnificent panoramic views over Evie, Rendall and the northern isles of Orkney.
Sea fishing is common in the area, particularly at Isbister Bay. Beachcombing is also a favourite activity on the long stretches of coastline at Aikerness beach, Evie.
G Sinclair, Riff,
Rendall, Orkney KW17 2PB
Tel / fax: (01856) 761028 E-mail: info@orkney-selfcatering.com
