Welcome to Theshore.co.uk - Island Hospitality in a boutique setting.
Karen Crichton invites you to stay, dine and sup a glass or two at The Shore, where warmth of welcome matches the comfort and style of our new rooms, restaurant and bar.
Stay at The Shore
For a peaceful overnight stay on Kirkwalls historic waterfront, take a room at The Shore. With 9 ensuite rooms, we provide a haven for those in the islands to work and heaven for those here to holiday. We specialise in simple comforts a great bed, good food and a friendly bar and lounge.
Our room rates range from £85 for premier double in peak season, to just £40 for a value single in the quieter months a room only rate with Continental breakfast charged at £5 (which customers tell us is excellent value for a splendid start of day meal).
Eat at The Shore
With a reputation for simple, well presented, well served meals, taking breakfast, lunch, dinner or just coffee and a cake, has fast become a must-do when in Kirkwall. Our friendly bistro-style dining room sits 34, with our lounge bar specialising in less formal lunches, teas and suppers. Our menus reflect the islands wealth of quality local produce and change regularly to match the season.
Drink at The Shore
There are two bars at The Shore. Our lounge provides a quiet comfortable haven, light bright and airy through the day and snug at night. The ideal place for a wee break or to unwind at the end of a busy days work or touring. The Bar provides a livelier pier-side venue with traditional pub service in a more contemporary cafe/bar setting. Quality wines, beers and spirits are served comfortably alongside light lunches, snacks and suppers. With soup, teas and coffee on the go all day, a drink at The Shore can turn into much more!
| Open All Year |
|---|
| 2013 Opening Times (01/01/2013 - 31/12/2013) |
|---|
Browse the beautiful designs of Orcadian jewellery maker Sheila Fleet alongside unique arts and...
Orkney’s wartime history is strongly represented in a museum collection that spans the development...
The Odin Stone is a beautifully designed retail outlet housing an extensive selection of locally...
Visit the most northerly cathedral in Britain which was founded by the Viking Earl Rognvald in 1137...
Corrigall Farm Museum is a traditional ‘but and ben’ house that portrays a typical Orkney farmhouse...
The Orkney Museum tells the story of Orkney from the Stone Age through the Picts and Vikings to the...
These palaces near St Magnus Cathedral are regarded as two of the finest examples of architecture...
A midsummer 6 day Festival of Music, Drama, Poetry, Dance and the Visual Arts.
Browse Ortak’s exquisite range of jewellery and gifts on display in their spacious shop in Kirkwall...
Founded in 1798 by notorious smuggler Magnus Eunson.
Welcome to Mill Dam Nature Reserve.
Welcome to Hobbister (Mainland) Nature Reserve.
Visit the Italian Chapel, a beautiful Roman Catholic chapel in Lambholm which was constructed by...
These four causeways were built after the sinking of the HMS Royal Oak while it lay at harbour in...
Scapa Flow's landscape holds a treasure trove of natural, archaeological and cultural interest......
See an intriguing collection of rare fossils from Orkney and around the world and learn more about...
Welcome to Cottascarth & Rendall Moss Nature Reserve.
Orkney Crafts Association represents and promotes the interests of professional producers of...
Trumland House Gardens on the island of Rousay are a draw for nature and garden lovers alike.
Welcome to Trumland Nature Reserve.
The Workshop & Loft Gallery is a knitwear and craft co-operative selling handmade knitwear and a...
Welcome to Onziebust Nature Reserve.
The Broch of Gurness is one of the most outstanding surviving examples of an Iron Age settlement...
Maeshowe is the finest chambered tomb in north west Europe and is more than 5,000 years old.
Watch skilled potter Andrew Appleby at work in his studio as creates beautiful ceramic inspired by...
Welcome to the Gloup and Mull Head reserve in Deerness, Orkney.
One of the most famous sites in Orkney.
Barnhouse is an open site which is free to visit.
One of the finest stone circles in the world.
Ness of Brodgar is an archaeological site covering 2.5 hectares between the Ring of Brodgar and the...
Welcome to Banks Chambered Tombs.
Hackness Martello Tower and Battery are part of the extensive military remains on the island of Hoy...
For Accommodation and information, please call:
Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Closed on Saturday & Sunday
*Calls may be recorded
Build your own itineraries by clicking the 'add to shortlist' button to add an item to your Itinerary basket.