The Galley Inn
St Margrets Hope
Orkney
| Well known as Margaret's in Margrets Hope of Orkney Island. This cosy inn situated in Cromarty square in the third largest town of South Ronaldsay is the heart of life in this island. Following various trail, visiting tapestry and art gallery takes you around the island during the day. Every evening you will enjoy meeting hikers, divers, bird watchers and the local villagers only in Margaret's place called "The Galley Inn". | |||||||||
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| South Ronaldsay is the southern most island of the Orkney archipelago, lying closest to mainland Scotland. Its principal village is the picturesque St. Margaret's Hope which has many allributes and attractions including one of Scotland's finest restaurants and Orkney's longest established craft shop. The area is steeped in history, with Norse connections, The Hudson Bay Company, herring and oil having left their mark. | ||
| In August, South Ronaldsay hosts The Boy's Plough mg Match, an unique and ancient festival, which takes place on The Sand 0' Wright, one of several sweeping sandy beaches which are easily accessible on the island. Pre-history is evident, too, in the shape of the remarkable Tomb of the Eagles, as well as the odd standing stone and broach. The island offers many fine walks, whether on beach or cliff, where spectacular views often reward the visitor with sightings of puffins and seals. Come for a day or stay for a week you'll find plenty to see and do, from visiting our studios, where you will be assured of' a warm welcome, to exploring all aspects of this many faceted island. |
| Throughout the centuries, artists have game stimulation from each other, resulting in the formation of artistic communities. The island of South Ronaldsay has become such a place, where the. Qualities of life, light and landscape have drawn and captivated many over the years. Through being part of this community, a group of artists from different backgrounds and a wide range of disciplines have come together to form "Open Studios". Those taking part in "Open Studios" share a common desire to remain central to the creative process, despite the pressures of today's enterprise culture. We hope visitors will feel free to drop by and experience the mechanics of artistic endeavour at first hand, and at the same time explore an island landscape with its remote and beautiful corners, which have inspired our work over the years. |
