12 July 2022

Caithness Agriculture Exhibition

Nucleus: The Nuclear & Caithness Archive, Wick

Caithness has a rich agricultural history and their exhibition highlights the many aspects of Caithness agriculture, collated from their deep and diverse collection of records. Entry is free, and no booking is required between the hours of 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.

12 July 2022

Guided Walk around historical town of Dornoch, led by Lynne Mahoney. Start at Historylinks Museum.

Sites to be visited include: 16th Century Bishop's Palace, 18th Century Court and Jail and 13th Century Cathedral. Along the way you will learn about the Mercat Cross, St. Michael's well and the Dornoch Light Railway as well as the Highland Clearances, Golf Club and the burning of Janet Horne, the last alleged witch to be executed in Britain.

The walk is approximately 2 miles in length and takes about 1.5 hours. The walking is easy on pavements and footpaths and suitable footwear and appropriate weather gear is advised. Dog friendly.

Cost £5, Accompanied children (up to 16yrs) FREE. Bookings from Historylinks website.