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Free marine energy walkshop in Fittie on October 3

Join artist Kirsty Russell and archaeologist Dan Lee to explore marine energy sites and stories in Fittie, on Saturday, October 3, for a TRANSECTS creative walking event.

Join artist Kirsty Russell and archaeologist Dan Lee to explore marine energy sites and stories in Fittie, on Saturday, October 3, for a TRANSECTS creative walking event.

Fittie Walkshop Poster

The short walk will explore the sights, sounds, places and traces of energy past and present, focusing on whale oil, oil and gas and renewables with some creative activities. Former whale oil boiling yards, oil and gas industry services and offshore renewables have all made their mark.

Free. No need to book. Contact transects.orkney@uhi.ac.uk for more information.

The event is part of Climate Week North East 2026 and runs from 2-4pm on October 3. Anyone interested should meet at the Sea Cadets, Pocra Quay, Fittie, Aberdeen


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