Find out more about the history of this 16th century courtyard castle in Orkney's west mainland.

The palace was built by Earl Robert Stewart, half-brother of Mary, Queen of Scots. It was designed in a Renaissance style, with towers, a turnpike staircase and four wings surrounding the large central courtyard.

Drop in on 12th September between 12pm and 4pm to learn about the palace's history and its use throughout time, as well as the Stewart Earls who built and occupied it.

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