Skaill House, Category A listed mansion in Sandwick, Scotland
The two-story manor house stands near the west coast of Mainland Orkney, featuring crow-stepped gables and a central courtyard overlooking the Bay of Skaill.
Bishop George Graham constructed the initial manor house in 1620 after the lands were transferred following Patrick Stewart's execution for treason in 1615.
The mansion contains an extensive collection of artifacts, including Captain Cook's dinner service, Neolithic findings, and paintings by Stanley Cursiter.
Visitors can access Skaill House from April through September between 10 AM and 6 PM, with October hours running from 10 AM to 4 PM.
The south wing of Skaill House rests upon a pre-Viking burial ground, connecting the 17th-century structure to ancient Pictish settlements.
Location: Orkney Islands
Location: Sandwick
Website: http://skaillhouse.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 59.04760,-3.33655
Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:55
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