We often put up a post when we come across an item which has not seen the light of day for a long time and we think deserves a bit of attention. Whilst leafing through the sketchbook of Kirkwall born architect, T. S. Peace (1845 - 1934), we found these wonderful sketches of the Watergate and Kirkwall Castle, both of which were demolished in the 19th century. Peace designed many prominent buildings across Orkney, including the old Burgh school, (now housing OIC offices), the Sheriff Court, Town Hall, the old Balfour hospital building and many more.
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| Watergate, 1878, 'just before removal' |
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| 'Ruins of the castle of the St Clairs, Kirkwall.' |
Orkney Archive Reference: D8/1/23
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