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About Papil

Papil lies on West Burra in the Shetlands, reached via the A970 south from Lerwick then the B9074 across the connecting bridges. The 15-minute drive from the main town crosses exposed causeways with sweeping views over Scalloway's sea inlets. Its name derives from Old Norse "papyli," meaning "priest's dwelling."

Where is Papil on the map?

Papil is in Scotland, at 60.069, -1.340 - about 25 km west of Aithsetter.

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The closest airport to Papil is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport, 19 km (about 25 min by car). Other airports nearby: Sumburgh Airport, Foula Airfield.

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