Audio Guide Skaill House

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Skaill House
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About this place

A fine Scottish laird's house built in 1620 for Bishop George Graham, situated close to Skara Brae. Retains its original interiors, period furnishings and collections.

Practical information

Sandwick, Stromness KW16 3LR, UK
Opening hoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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Points included in this audio guide

1
Drawing Room

Drawing Room

The largest formal room on the upper floor of Skaill House, divided into two distinct areas: one elegant and formal, the other cosier, centred on sofas arranged around a tiger-skin rug.

2
Pictish Burial Ground (south wing)

Pictish Burial Ground (south wing)

The south wing of Skaill House stands partly over an ancient burial ground of probable Pictish origin, discovered when the house was being prepared for public opening.

Professional audio guide of Skaill House
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2 points of interest included
  • 1.Drawing Room
  • 2.Pictish Burial Ground (south wing)

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