Faray
Faray (Old Norse: Færey) is a small island in Orkney, Scotland, lying between Eday and Westray. Previously inhabited, the low-lying island is now a successful grey seal breeding colony.
| Old Norse name | Færey |
|---|---|
| Meaning of name | Old Norse sheep island |
Long Sand, situated on the western side of the island, facing Rapness Sound | |
| Location | |
Faray Faray shown within Orkney | |
| OS grid reference | HY531364 |
| Coordinates | 59.2142°N 2.8231°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Orkney |
| Area | 180 ha (0.69 sq mi) |
| Area rank | 115= |
| Highest elevation | 32 m (105 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
| References | |
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