Islands · Scottish Islands
Wyre
Wyre — island of the Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–12 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Wyre is located in the Orkney Islands, with the postcode KW17 2QA. Entry to the island is free. There is no nearest railway station, and access may require alternative transport options.
About
Wyre is a island in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 311 km². Recent population estimates put it at around 29 people. Part of Orkney Islands. Wikidata describes it as: "island of the Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 59.1167°, -2.9667°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Wyre (historically known as Viera, Veira and Weir) is one of the Orkney Islands, lying south-east of Rousay. It is 311 hectares (1.20 sq mi) and 32 metres (105 ft) at its highest point. It is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the archipelago. Orkney Ferries sail from the island to Tingwall on the Orkney Mainland, Egilsay and Rousay.
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Background
History
Wyre's history is still very apparent, and it has two ancient monuments maintained by Historic Scotland, Cubbie Roo's Castle and St. Mary's Chapel. Bishop Bjarni grew up on Wyre, and was the son of Kolbeinn Hrúga (see Cubbie Roo's Castle below). Collins Encyclopaedia of Scotland says that Bjarni The poet Edwin Muir (1887–1959), known for his prominent part in the Scottish Renaissance, born in Deerness on Mainland, Orkney, spent much of his childhood on Wyre. In his autobiography he said of himself: "I'm an Orkneyman, a good Scandinavian", and commented that some of his happiest childhood years were spent here.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1167, -2.9667
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2QA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Population
- 29
Sources
- wikidata: Q537285 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Wyre, Orkney (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Wyre.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Standing Stone (Prehistoric)
Stone circles · 0.6 km
St. Mary's Chapel, Wyre
Historic churches · 0.6 km
St Mary's Chapel
Archaeological sites · 0.6 km
Bay of Stromnesstaing
Natural landmarks · 0.6 km
Cubbie Roo's Castle
Castles · 0.7 km
Possible settlement (prehistoric)
Archaeological sites · 0.8 km
Bay of Cott
Natural landmarks · 0.9 km
Brinian
Islands · 1.4 km
Bay of Bergeben
Natural landmarks · 1.9 km
Rousay Heritage Centre
Museums · 1.9 km
Cubbie Roo's Burden = chambered cairn (Neolithic)
Burial mounds & barrows · 2.2 km
Bay of Whelkmulli
Natural landmarks · 2.3 km
Nearby
📷 2Stone circles · Scottish Islands
Standing Stone (Prehistoric)
Standing Stone (Prehistoric) — a stone circle in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Islands
St. Mary's Chapel, Wyre
St. Mary's Chapel, Wyre — a church in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
St Mary's Chapel
St Mary's Chapel — archaeological in scotland islands. Operated by Historic Scotland.
📷 5Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Stromnesstaing
Bay of Stromnesstaing — a natural feature in scotland islands.
📷 4Castles · Scottish Islands
Cubbie Roo's Castle
Cubbie Roo's Castle in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.
📷 3Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Possible settlement (prehistoric)
Possible settlement (prehistoric) — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Wyre
Places to stay
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Islands
Trumland Hostel & Campsite
Trumland Hostel & Campsite — a campsite in scotland islands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
Trumland Hostel & Campsite
Trumland Hostel & Campsite — a hostel in scotland islands.
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📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Islands
Caravan and Motorhome Club site
Caravan and Motorhome Club site — a caravan park in scotland islands.
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📷 5Hotels · Scottish Islands
Balfour Castle
Balfour Castle — a hotel in scotland islands.
Places to eat & drink
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Flagship📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wyre?
- Wyre is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2QA).
- What is Wyre?
- Wyre — island of the Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Wyre?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2QA.
- Is Wyre free to visit?
- Yes, Wyre is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wyre?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2QA. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.