Why does the Whalsay service operate from two terminals?
The Whalsay service usually sails from Laxo (Mainland) to Symbister (Whalsay). However, this route is relatively exposed from eastern through southerly winds and swells. As such, during periods where strong winds occur from a easterly through southerly direction, then the service will divert and sail from Vidlin (Mainland) to Symbister (Whalsay).
