Welcome to Orkneyjar - a website
dedicated to the preserving, exploring and documenting the ancient history, folklore
and traditions of Orkney - a group of islands lying off the northern tip of Scotland,
Although Orkney is home to a number of famous standing-stones, it also has its fair share of not so well known monoliths.
The Deepdale Stone is one such stone.
Barely noticeable from the main Kirkwall to Stromness road - unless you know when and where to look - the Deepdale Stone pokes out from a crest of high ground on the western side of the road, directly opposite the Loch of Stenness.
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Update Schedule
Orkneyjar is generally updated at least once a month - more over the summer excavation season - incorporating new
content with relevant news and information relating to Orkney's rich archaeology, heritage and history.
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