Very early surviving stone houses on Papa Westray.
Why this place matters
Very early surviving stone houses on Papa Westray.
The story on the ground
Exceptional Neolithic anchor: the oldest surviving stone houses in north-west Europe, with strong visitor appeal despite the remote journey.
What the evidence supports
Exceptional Neolithic anchor: the oldest surviving stone houses in north-west Europe, with strong visitor appeal despite the remote journey.
Before you go
- Open all year. Reaching Papa Westray is ferry or flight dependent, so transport must be planned before the visit.
- Knap of Howar, Papa Westray; plan arrival around the inter-island ferry or flight and follow local site signs.
- Remote, unsupervised outdoor site with uneven grass and limited facilities. Ferry and flight disruption can affect the visit.