Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre

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We aim to further enhance the quality of life for residents, preserve our community and secure the islands’ future.

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Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre

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Amazing views and seascapes, fantastic nature & wildlife, clean air and a friendly community.

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Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre

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Although Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre are often bundled together, each island has its own distinctive character and charm.

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Welcome To Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre

Situated north of Orkney Mainland, the inhabited islands of Rousay, Egilsay, and Wyre are seamlessly connected by a daily ferry service. Enriched with history, diverse flora, and vibrant fauna, each island possesses its distinct character while harmoniously coexisting as a resilient collective.

The Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre Development Trust serves as the dedicated organization overseeing the development of these three islands, which together house a community of approximately 260 residents. Collaboratively established in 2006, the trust emerged from the collective efforts of the community to address local issues and enhance the overall quality of life for its inhabitants. Our overarching goal is to foster vibrancy and sustainability across our three picturesque islands.

At the core of our initiatives, the trust owns a community 900kw wind turbine that generates a steady income. This income is directly utilized to fund projects aimed at realizing our objectives or to provide grants that directly benefit the residents of our community.

Live

The islands of Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre are home to a community of approximately 260 people and are an ideal commuter base, serviced by a regular ferry service operating from Tingwall on the Orkney Mainland.

Work

Amazing views and seascapes, fantastic nature & wildlife, clean air and a friendly community….. all available on Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre.

Visit

Although Rousay, Egilsay & Wyre are often bundled together, each island has its own distinctive character and charm.

Contact Us

Drop into our new offices close to the ferry terminal, drop us an email or give us a call.

Here you will find out about our regular newsletters, minutes of Trust meetings and general news

New public access computer at the cabin

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