Wick Society book stall at herring mart proving to be 'a worthwhile exercise'
THE Wick Society's fundraising heritage book stall has been proving popular, with two weekends still to go.
Volunteers from the local museum group are manning a stall outside the old herring mart at the town's harbour on each of the five Saturdays in August.
On sale are copies of many of the annual books of nostalgic photos produced by North of Scotland Newspapers that have been donated to the Wick Society. The society's new collection of recipes, Traditional Treats, is also available along with other publications of local interest, including two books by local historian Harry Gray.
There is also Wick Society merchandise such as keyrings, coasters and tea towels.
Volunteer Shona Sutherland said: "It has gone very well so far – and it's a chance for people to start their Christmas shopping early.
"Our recipe book, Traditional Treats, has sold very well, and folk have been coming down with their lists of Caithness photo books that they've missed over the years.
"It has been a worthwhile exercise."
The stall has been set up under the covered area at the old mart so the sales can go ahead whatever the weather. They run from 10am until 2pm, with the remaining two in the month-long series taking place on August 22 and 29.
The museum in Bank Row has remained closed during 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Wick Society chairman Ian Leith said: “We’re selling books at different prices but they’re all great bargains. The museum is closed so this is an opportunity to take some of our heritage out to people and remind them about the Wick Society."