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Things to see in Westray (United Kingdom): 13 places and when to go
Westray is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Nature (3), Mountains (3). The best known are Knap of Howar, Links of Noltland and Noup Head Lighthouse. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 18 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 47. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 59.3167, -2.9907
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (6) · Nature (3) · Mountains (3) · Museums and art (2) · Architecture (1) · Beaches (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 375 km as the crow flies
What to see in Westray
The places in and around Westray, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Knap of HowarOldest stone house in northwest Europe5.8 km
- Links of NoltlandArchaeological site near Grobust Bay on the north coast of Westray in Orkney, Scotland1.3 km
- Noup Head LighthouseLighthouse in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK4.8 km
- Couters HillHill on Westray, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK2.0 km
- Fitty HillHill on Westray, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK3.4 km
- Knowe of SkeaArchaeological site in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK6.4 km
- Mae SandBeach in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK5.6 km
- North HillHill on Westray, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK3.3 km
- St Tredwell’s ChapelChurch building on Papa Westray, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK6.5 km
- Eday Heritage & Visitor CentreMuseum18 km
- Knowe of Burristae,broch W of Langskaill,Bay of KirbistArchitectural structure in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK5.3 km
- Knowe of Queen o' Howe, broch, WestrayBroch in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK1.7 km
- Westray Heritage CentreMuseum in Orkney Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom6 m
When to go to Westray
The best time to visit Westray is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not6:32
- FebPossible8:52
- MarPossible11:22
- AprBest time14:10
- MayBest time16:40
- JunBest time18:12
- JulBest time17:33
- AugBest time15:15
- SepBest time12:30
- OctPossible9:48
- NovBetter not7:14
- DecPossible5:47
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 18 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 47. In June, 13 of the 13 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Westray
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 375 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Stronsay20 places32 km
- Sandwick34 places36 km
- Kirkwall61 places39 km
- Hoy35 places55 km
- Caithness17 places75 km
- Thurso21 places86 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Westray?
The best known: Knap of Howar, Links of Noltland, Noup Head Lighthouse, Couters Hill, Fitty Hill. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Westray?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 18 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 47.
How do you get to Westray?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 375 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Westray as the destination and these 13 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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