News and Updates

We would like to confirm our North Ronaldsay service will go ahead tomorrow

The schedule will be as follows

Dep Kirkwall 08:30

Arr North Ronaldsay 11:15

Dep North Ronaldsay 12:15

Arr Kirkwall 15:30

For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds

We would like to remind customers that it is advisable to book all journeys even if you are travelling as foot passengers without vehicles.

We have recently noticed a large influx of foot passengers on our services. Prebooking avoids disappointment and ensures customers are guaranteed their space onboard.

This is particularly important as we move into our busiest time of year.

You can make bookings online - https://www.orkneyferries.co.uk/, or you can phone any of our offices to make your bookings - Orkney Ferries | Contact Us.

We would like to advise passengers that there will be an additional sailing to Stronsay on Sunday 21st April, which will sail as follows:

• Depart Kirkwall – 10:00
• Arrive Stronsay – 11:40
• Depart Stronsay – 11:45
• Arrive Kirkwall – 13:25

This is to allow passengers to attend a coffee morning in Stronsay raising funds for Ronald McDonald House in Glasgow. This cause is particularly close to our hearts as our crew member Jacqui and baby Ronnie are currently staying here. Ronald McDonald House is a home from home run solely on donations.

Please follow this link for further information and how you can donate - Jacqui Smith is fundraising for Ronald McDonald House Glasgow (justgiving.com)

For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds.

Please be aware that payment on board the Westray to Papa Westray Service is cash only.

Alternatively payment can be made prior to travel by booking online or calling our customer service team.

Orkney Ferries offer customers a way to receive disruption and cancellation messages to a smart phone or computer via Telegram.

Telegram is a free and simple messaging app with a focus on speed and security.

You can use Telegram on smartphones, tablets, and even computers. It’s very easy to use and only requires a name and mobile phone number to create an account.

To receive updates from please download the Telegram app from your app store, set up your account and then return to this page and select our unique link, which you can access by clicking here - Orkney Ferries Telegram Channel

Once on the channel you will be messaged with any updates on disruptions or cancellations in real time.