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Richan’s Retreat

Richan's Retreat

  Drinks, snacks and crafts can be enjoyed at Richan’s Retreat, a short walk from the Rapness ferry terminal.  The name comes from Captain William Richan who is in who’s […]

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No1 Broughton

No1 Broughton provides quality Bed and Breakfast accommodation on the island of Westray in Orkney’s Northern Isles. No. 1 Broughton stands at the water’s edge looking across the sweep of […]

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Seals

Common Seal The Westray population is of unknown size but this animal is by no means scarce, possibly 500-1000 individuals. Several small colonies exist around the coast with greatest numbers […]

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Westray Art Gallery

The Westray Art Gallery is situated on the magical North Orkney Island of Westray. The Island is renowned for its sparkling light, dramatic sky and contrasting sea and landscapes. Since […]

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Hume Sweet Hume

Hume Sweet Hume was established in 1998 by sisters Lizza and Jenna Hume as an interior design business specialising in hand crafted ranges of cushions and throws. Recently the business […]

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Aakwork

Aak Work offers a wide range of printed garments and gifts from bookmarks, cards and key rings to ripper wallets, coasters and stag/hen night T-Shirts. No minimum order. You can […]

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Heritage Centre

The Heritage Centre is a “must see” starting point for anyone interested in Westray’s past. Situated in the centre of Pierowall village The Heritage Centre is a Visit Scotland 4 […]

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Westraak

Join us for a relaxed day tour of the beautiful island of Westray. Explore Westray’s history, archaeology, nature and culture with a warm welcome into our family home, where we […]

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Wheeling Steen Gallery and Coffee Shop

Wheeling Steen Gallery

Edwin Rendall established the Wheeling Steen Gallery in 1995. It has since developed into a family business along with his wife Elaine and their daughter Rosemary. The family is descended […]

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The Barn – Hostel

High quality hostel accommodation with excellent self-catering and lounge facilities. Situated near Pierowall village. Superb views over Pierowall Bay. Ideal base for exploring Westray. Warm welcome guaranteed. Enquiries The Barn […]

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Daybreak

Beautifully renovated traditional cottage, with steps leading to shoreline. Situated in Pierowall Village. Centrally heated with additional open fire. Glass-fronted lounge with un-spoilt views of Pierowall Bay. For more information […]

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Brotchie

The West Manse and Brotchie viewed from The Steading

Brotchie is the kitchen area of a lovingly restored Georgian /Victorian Manse, which offers homely, warm, sustainable self-catering for two couples. Children and dogs very welcome. It is on a […]

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Daisy Cottage

Modern bungalow in Pierowall Village. Convenient for shops, swimming pool, beaches and bird life. Open all year. Ferry 7 miles, airport 3 miles. Enquiries Daisy Cottage North Cubbigoe Westray Orkney […]

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West Kirbest

Attractive, modernised, detached country cottage, overlooking spectacular sea views. Peacefully situated with walks to nearby beaches and cliffs with seabird colonies including Puffins! Ideal for a relaxing holiday. Enquiries West […]

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Bisgeos

An almost certain cure for stress! Sitting high on Westray’s western cliffs, commanding a spectacular view. Traditionally rebuilt croft of exceptional standard with all mod cons. open fireplace, under-floor heating, […]

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Westray Marina

All about Westray Marina

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Puffin Spotting at the Castle o’Burrian

The Castle o’Burrian is well known in Orkney as one of the best and easiest places to see puffins close up. Here, between late April and early August, as many […]

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Westray Wife

The Westray Wife (also known as the Orkney Venus) is a small Neolithic figurine, 4 cm in height, carved from sandstone that was discovered during an Historic Scotland dig at […]

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Chalmersquoy – Campsite

Situated on the edge of Pierowall Village, the campsite, which caters for tents, motorhomes and touring caravans, is in a great location for easy walking to shops, heritage centre, cafe, […]

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Pierowall Hotel

Enjoy the friendly atmosphere of a family run hotel right in the heart of Pierowall, between the Heritage Centre and the Art gallery. Enjoying views over Pierowall Bay with Papa […]

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