Wyre

Wyre

This is southeast and a five minute journey from Rousay and has a population of eighteen people. The ferry operates seven days per week in the summer but not on Sundays in the winter. Sites of historical importance on the island include:

Cubbie Roo's Castle

This is a well preserved mid twelfth century castle. It is the oldest square keep castle in Scotland.

Saint Mary's Chapel

This twelfth century chapel is in the centre of Wyre. It has been partly restored although without a roof. It features Romanesque architecture.

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