ORCA Rousay

Farming from prehistory onwards is the focus of this week’s ‘Rousay Tales’

Episode Four of Rousay Tales looks at farming in the island - from 5,000 years ago to the present day.
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Episode four of the Rousay Tales podcast is now available.

This episode looks at farming in Rousay, from 5,000 years ago until today. Hear about Neolithic granaries, Norse animal husbandry and the demise of the egg industry. Join the seaweed gatherers and celebrate the harvest at the agricultural show.

Previous episodes are available here.


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