20K views · 525 reactions | In just a few hours time in Orkney, the festive spirit will be on hold and the Kirkwall Ba' game will be back  This annual tradition sees four games played across Christmas Day and New Year's Day, with the action sometimes lasting until the early evening. Read all about it ➡️ orkney.com/events/christmas-day-ba-2019 | orkney.com | Facebook

Kirkwall Men’s New Year’s Day Ba gets under way between the Uppies and the Doonies #uppies #doonies #kirkwall | The Scotsman

The Kirkwall Ba’ - A Tradition Like No Other! Every Christmas and New Year’s Day, the streets of Kirkwall come alive as locals gather for the legendary Ba’ game - a centuries-old traditional game between the Uppies and the Doonies. One leather ball, no rules, two goals, and only one clear route that the Ba’ will decide - but in which direction? It’s raw, intense, historic… and truly one of Scotland’s most unique festive games! ✨ If experiencing the Kirkwall Ba’ is on your bucket list, now’s the

13K views · 259 reactions | A wander around a festive looking Kirkwall tonight. Winter lights looking good, ba’s in the windows, and Orkney trawlers tied up for the Christmas break. | The Orcadian | Facebook

Made it to Edinburgh onboard flight BA 1446. Now awaiting final leg Kirkwall this evening. #orkney #orkneyuncoveredinbound #orkneyuncovered @british_airways excellent service. | Orkney Uncovered