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Papa Westray Island Tours

Papay Community Co-operative offers the popular 'Peedie Package' tour of Papa Westray every Wednesday and Saturday during the summer season. After a morning pick-up from the Westray ferry (or the plane by prior arrangement) there is a guided bus and walking tour taking in the well-preserved Neolithic stone houses at the Knap of Howar, Holland Farm and the lovingly restored old kirk at St Boniface, as well as wildlife such as seal colonies and other scenic and cultural attractions.

Walk off a delicious lunch with a guided walk on the North Hill Nature Reserve with the RSPB Warden to see the sea cliffs with a wide range of sea birds in season and the maritime heathland including Primula scotica colonies. Round off with afternoon tea and homebakes before being dropped back to the ferry or plane. For enquiries and bookings contact Jim on (+44) 01857 644221 or the Papay Shop on (+44) 01857 644321. E-mail beltanepapay@aol.co.uk.

Errival Tours

Every day but Sunday, we'll take you on a voyage of discovery from earliest times to present day, exploring the rich diversity of life that is Papa Westray. Historical, archaeological and anecdotal evidence, delivered in an informative but relaxed fashion - you're here to enjoy, not study! Lunch, afternoon tea, seals, sand, birds and Orkney weather all included, with, perhaps, the occasional passing whale! See our website for full booking details or phone Stuart or Mary on (+44) 01857-644378 (www.errivaltours.com)

Car Hire

Telephone (+44) 01857 644245 or Mobile 07936919712

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 Wednesdays and Saturdays in season (tel: (+44) 01857 644240).


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