Three wrecks in the Orkneys
A family we know moved to mainland Orkney a few weeks ago. Upped sticks and went, just like that (well, almost). Every picture they showed us of their new home was breathtaking. So, here we are: some wrecks in the Orkneys. First up is one sent to me by Wreck regular reader Alan. He says of the Old Kirk (above), on archaeological powerhouse Rousay : "My own 'wreck' is a beautiful stone Kirk on the Isle of Rousay. Right by the water's edge and a stone's throw from a Unesco World heritage site." His plan had been to renovate it to create a holiday retreat but "life and family issues" intervened. The building is derelict and only the building and its footprint are for sale - the local authority owns the grounds, including the former kirk's graveyard. It's on the market through Drever and Heddle at offers over £35k. Details here . UPDATE: Alan has now dropped the price to £28k. Latest details on Rightmove, here . Also with Drever an...