The old pier - photograph by Douglas Hourston

Visiting and Staying on Papa Westray

Beltane House

Converted from farm cottages built last century, this is a complex of buildings owned by the community and comprising:

Youth Hostel
Offering dormitory accommodation for eight men and eight women, with separate bathroom facilities and use of a kitchen and dining area.  Open all year. Tel: (+44) 01857 644321 for bookings and details

Guest House
Offers three twin and one double, comfortable, en suite rooms.  B&B or full board can be provided.  Licensed to serve beer, wines and spirits. Non-smoking. Dining room and lounge available to guests. Open all year. Tel: (+44) 01857 644321 for bookings and details

Co-op Shop
Stocked with a surprisingly large range of goods from films to beans.  Limited opening hours, Monday to Saturday. Tel: (+44) 01857 644321 for opening hours and general information on visits and tours.

Post Office and Crafts

Daybreak

Post Office and craft shop. More details...

B&B & Self-Catering on Papa Westray

Holm View

Self-catering Cottage. More details...

Peatwell

Self-catering Cottage. More details...

School Place

B&B or full board. More details...

Transport and Tours

Island Tour

Papay Peedie Tours will provide a guided tour around the island's many attractions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays during the Summer season. Contact Papay Co-op on (+44) 01857 644321.

Taxi, Car Hire and Tours

Historical and contemporary tours, taken in 4x4 vehicles, allowing access to more sites, with less walking. Telephone (+44) 01857 644245 or Mobile 0770 888 7962

RSPB Bird Reserve

Puffins, skuas, arctic terns and many other birds can be seen on the North Hill. Guided tours of the Reserve are given by the RSPB warden on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday afternoons in season (tel: 01857 644240).

Land and Property on Papa Westray

Lows Orkney Property Department

Gayfield - Property on the Drever & Heddle website - April 25 2008