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Meet mature gay men in and around Orkney

Orkney is a group of islands off the north coast of Scotland, with green farmland, ancient sites and a wide sea sky. It is a calm, friendly place to meet someone new at your own pace. Check opening times before you go.

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First date ideas in Orkney

Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Orkney. Check opening times before you go.

  • St Magnus Cathedral

    A red and yellow sandstone cathedral in the middle of Kirkwall. Check opening times before you go.

  • The Ring of Brodgar

    A large ancient stone circle on the Orkney Mainland, with water on both sides. Free to visit, so wear sensible shoes.

  • Skara Brae

    A prehistoric village beside the Bay of Skerrabrae. Check opening times before you go.

Around Orkney

Towns and countryside: Kirkwall, Stromness and the Orkney Mainland.

Main places

  • Kirkwall
  • Stromness

Getting there: Ferries run to Orkney from Scrabster near Thurso and from Aberdeen, and Kirkwall Airport has flights. Check timetables before you travel.

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Questions about dating in Orkney

What is a good first date in Orkney?

There are plenty of easy options: a visit to St Magnus Cathedral, a walk at the Ring of Brodgar and a look at Skara Brae. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.

How do I get to Orkney?

Ferries run to Orkney from Scrabster near Thurso and from Aberdeen, and Kirkwall Airport has flights. Check timetables before you travel.

Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Orkney?

Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.

Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Orkney?

Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.