Stromness is an ancient town on the west coast of mainland Orkney in Scotland situated at an inlet of Scapa Flow along the Hamnavoe shore. The burgh of Stromness has the major ferry port on Orkney which is frequently visited by ferries from Scrabster on mainland Scotland and passing cruise ships. Once inhabited by Picts and Vikings, Stromness grew in 1670 when the Hudson Bay Company chose the harbour as the last port for their ships heading to Canada. The town is also well-known as the home of author George Mackay Brown (1929-96). With the picturesque shoreline to the front and the hillside of Brinkles Brae at the rear, Stromness is a popular tourist resort and an ideal base for touring the Orkneys, there are hotels, inns, holiday homes, hostels and a Camping and Caravan Park, a variety of shops and plenty places to eat out. The museum was founded in 1837 and has natural history collections, details of the whaling industry and mementos of the German Fleet scuttled in Scapa Flow in 1919. Historically interesting features include St Mary’s Church established in 1885 and Stromness House, a landmark building with architectural excellence which currently houses The Pier Arts Centre. Historical guided tours are available to visit ancient tombs and burial sites and boat-cruises are available from the marina in the harbour to explore the islands.
Attraction
Dentist
Doctor
Golf Club
School
Stromness Academy
Stromness Primary School
Taxi
Shops
Waterfront Gallery
Toys & Gifts
Fantoosh
Plan Drawing & Computer Services
Reflections
Rosey
Harbour Stores
Argo’s Bakery
Stromness Delicatessen
John Rae Books
Stromness Books & Prints
H McKenna Seafoods
Borek Florist
Places to Stay near Stromness
Houton Bay Lodge (5.48 miles)
8 luxurious & spacious en-suite rooms at attractive rates. Fantastic rural setting with great views of Scapa Flow & South IslesOnly 15-mins drive from Stromness & KirkwallDelicious meals using only ... More
Merkister Hotel (6.89 miles)
Situated on the shores of Harray Loch, the Merkister hotel stands in its own grounds in the most wonderful location, commanding impressive views of this famous loch and its surroundings. ... More
Albert Hotel (12.26 miles)
Lav rockha Guest House (12.26 miles)
At Lav'rockha we offer luxurious accommodation with all facilities for your comfort at competitive rates, and are the only Guest House in Orkney to have been awarded four stars and ... More
Castle Arms Hotel (22.63 miles)
The Castle Arms Hotel is a former 19th Century coaching inn, situated 8 miles from John O'Groats, in the village of Mey. It is the earest hotel to Gills Ferry to ... More
Seaview Hotel (23.84 miles)
We are a small family run hotel in the far North of Scotland with breathtaking views of the Pentland Firth and Orkney Isles. We are only 300 yds from Orkney ... More
Castletown Hotel (25.71 miles)
Ideally located to explore all that Caithness has to offer, this small, family-run hotel is close to both Thurso and Wick and only minutes from the Castle of Mey. The perfect venue ... More
Greenland House (25.81 miles)
Six bedrooms - four with en suite · Centrally heated and fully double glazed · Colour TV and tea/coffee making in all rooms · High quality Scottish or Continental Breakfast ... More
Ferry Inn (25.87 miles)
This is the sister Hotel of the Weigh Inn, which now offers 9 newley refurbished non-smoking en-suite bedrooms, boasting uninterrupted views over The Pentland Firth to the majestic Orkney Islands. ... More
Cladach at Pentland Firth Cottages (26.46 miles)
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Spectacularly located overlooking the turbulent waters of Pentland Firth, and just 20 yards from a lovely sandy beach, these recently refurbished and very comfortable fishermen's cottages offer ... More
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