Located on Westray in the Orkney Islands, this small airfield sits at the northernmost tip of the island, approximately 3 miles north of Pierowall. Ideally located in uncontrolled airspace with breath-taking scenery, pilots enjoy strategic positioning amid the archipelago's scattered islands. Famous for being one of two airports joined by the world's shortest scheduled flight to Papa Westray, covering just 1.7 miles with a two-minute flight time. The island offers archaeological sites, wildlife reserves, and stunning coastal landscapes perfect for exploration after arrival.
Runways at Westray
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Restaurants near Westray(14)
Richans Retreat
Dil Se Indian Restaurant
Helgi's
Archive Coffee
Hotels near Westray(19)
Pierowall Hotel
Chalmersquoy
No 1 Broughton Bed & Breakfast
The Reid Hall
Things to Do near Westray(16)
Natural Arch
Quoygrew settlement
Bay of Swartmill Beach Car Park & Picnic Area
Historic Scotland
Restaurants near Westray(14)
Richans Retreat
Dil Se Indian Restaurant
Helgi's
Archive Coffee
Hotels near Westray(19)
Pierowall Hotel
Chalmersquoy
No 1 Broughton Bed & Breakfast
The Reid Hall
Things to Do near Westray(16)
Natural Arch
Quoygrew settlement
Bay of Swartmill Beach Car Park & Picnic Area
Historic Scotland
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About Westray (EGEW)
Westray (EGEW) is a general aviation airfield located in Orkney Islands Council, United Kingdom. The airfield sits at an elevation of 30 feet. It has 4 runways: 09 527m (graded hardcore), 27 527m (graded hardcore), 13 457m (grass), 31 457m (grass).
Located on Westray in the Orkney Islands, this small airfield sits at the northernmost tip of the island, approximately 3 miles north of Pierowall. Ideally located in uncontrolled airspace with breath-taking scenery, pilots enjoy strategic positioning amid the archipelago's scattered islands. Famous for being one of two airports joined by the world's shortest scheduled flight to Papa Westray, covering just 1.7 miles with a two-minute flight time. The island offers archaeological sites, wildlife reserves, and stunning coastal landscapes perfect for exploration after arrival.
Pilots flying into Westray will find plenty to do nearby. There are 14 restaurants within reach. 19 hotels nearby provide accommodation options from 5.2km away. 16 attractions and things to do are within easy reach.
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- Papa Westray (EGEP) – 1.6nm
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- Sanday (EGES) – 13nm
- Stronsay (EGER) – 15.2nm
- North Ronaldsay (EGEN) – 16nm
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