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Island of Papa Westray

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Papa Westray, known locally as ‘Papay”, is one of Orkney’s smaller isles, at just 4 miles long by 1 mile wide, it is less busy than its bigger neighbours.  Walking virtually anywhere on Papay is possible, with abundant wildlife, historical stone structures, churches, a castle and many sandy beaches.

It may well be small, but don’t underestimate how long it will take to explore.

The 206 hectares of maritime heathland and low-lying cliffs at the North Hill  RSPB reserve have marked nature trails taking you past the Scottish primrose site and bird nesting areas.

Getting to Papay is easy with regular sailings from Westray and it has its own airport.

If you want more information on the area visit our local Papa Westray Destination page or our regional Orkney Islands Destination page.

Planning your visit to Island of Papa Westray

Papay, Papa Westray, Orkney Islands KW17 2BU, United Kingdom

Place Category: Days Out
Place Tags: Beaches Coast Heathland Heritage

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7 Day Weather Forecast for Papa Westray, Orkney Islands

Today
fair_day
Expect a temp in the range 10.1℃ to 10.5℃ with wind speed 8.1 m/sec (SE)
Thursday, May 16
clearsky_night
Expect a temp in the range 10.5℃ to 10.6℃ with wind speed 9.2 m/sec (SE)
Friday, May 17
fair_night
Expect a temp in the range 10.3℃ to 10.4℃ with wind speed 7.5 m/sec (SE)
Saturday, May 18
partlycloudy_night
Expect a temp in the range 9.8℃ to 10.1℃ with wind speed 2 m/sec (SSE)
Sunday, May 19
cloudy
Expect a temp in the range 9.1℃ to 9.7℃ with wind speed 0.7 m/sec (NW)
Monday, May 20
cloudy
Expect a temp in the range 8.6℃ to 9.7℃ with wind speed 7.3 m/sec (ESE)
Tuesday, May 21
cloudy
Expect a temp in the range 9.4℃ to 10℃ with wind speed 9.1 m/sec (SE)

Our Papa Westray weather forecast is from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK

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Papa Westray Hostel

Orkney Islands
0.26 miles
Place Tags: Campsites and Hostels
The Papa Westray Hostel is dog-friendly but has limited dog rooms, so it is best to call and confirm. There Read more…
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Chalmersquoy Campsite

Orkney Islands
3.95 miles
Place Tags: Campsites
Chalmersquoy Campsite is pet-friendly and welcomes tents, caravans and motorhomes. Chalmersquoy is a great base to explore Westray, situated on Read more…
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Taracliff Bay

Dingieshowe and Taracliff Bays

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30.41 miles
Place Tags: Beaches
Dingieshowe and Taracliff Bays are located on the southeastern end of the Orkney Mainland. Both bays offer unique features and Read more…
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Thurso Bay Central Beach

The Scottish Highlands
56.56 miles
Place Tags: Beaches
Central Thurso Bay beach is sand and rock. The reefs to the east create good (right-hand break) waves for surfing, Read more…
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Keiss Beach

The Scottish Highlands
57.72 miles
Place Tags: Beaches
Keiss Beach is a large white sandy dog-friendly beach with a harbour at the village end. As you walk along Read more…
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Reiss Beach

The Scottish Highlands
60.41 miles
Place Tags: Beaches
Reiss beach is a large white sandy dog-friendly beach with dunes which along with Keiss Beach forms  Sinclair’s Bay. Reiss Read more…
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