• North Gaulton Castle, Orkney

Secrets of Orkney

Have you been inspired by the BBC's 'Britain's Ancient Capital: Secrets of Orkney'? Use our interactive map to explore some of the locations featured in the programme.

The stars of the BBC's 'Britain's Ancient Capital: Secrets of Orkney' covered a lot of ground during the three-part series.

From Neolithic sites to lonely sea-stacks, bustling archaeological digs to deserted island beaches, the programmes showcased Orkney at its very best.

Our interactive map highlights just some of the locations featured, including those that are real secrets of Orkney, hidden away from the traditional tourist trail. Click on the icons to find out more about each area.

Double-tap a marker to view an info box.

Marker Key: Grey - Archaeology | Blue - Site of Interest | Green - Area of Natural Beauty | Gold - Beaches

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