We’re being hosted on Papay at Clestrain – the home of PaulandMel. For those who don’t know the family, Mel is my daughter. Here’s a view of MOST of the house with the main house to the right and the…

I met Paul off the plane yesterday. Here it is after landing. After a week on Papay, my mind has begun turning to my September “refresh” planning. Let’s see what emerges in the next 20 or so days. Starting the…

I took this shot from the front garden. The Holm of Papay is a small island just off the east coast of Papay. From consulting a map, I think the cliffs to the right are the northern end of Eday…

Car for sale. One careful owner. Make and model uncertain. Buyer collects! The car is currently resting in a field close to the RSPB North Hill reserve. Possibly makes an interesting place for a bird to nest but perhaps not…

Drinking fresh RelishCoffee.com coffee on Papa Westray at 59°N

This must be one of the most remote cenotaphs in the country. It stands on the brow of a usually quiet hill disturbed only by the occasional car and by the plane landing and taking off at the airstrip opposite.…

This is my new best friend Stanton. He’s been a bit sad since losing his best mate Harry a while ago.