Barra and Vatersay
The area code 01871 is for the islands of Barra and Vatersay in the Outer Hebrides.
Locations using 01871 numbers include:
- Castlebay
Most numbers using the 01871 area code are normal Barra and Vatersay landlines but be aware that, as is the case for all UK area codes, such numbers may also be used for services without any physical link to the area. (More info)
01871 area code information
| Area code: | 01871 |
| Location: | Barra / Vatersay |
| Council area: | Na h-Eileanan Siar |
| Call costs: | Normal landline rate |
| Local number length: | 6 digits |
| Number format: | 01871 xxxxxx |
| International number format: | +44 1871 xxxxxx |
| Number shortages predicted: | No |
| Last code change: | April 1995 (previously 0871) |
Area code history
Barra’s original area code was 0047. This lasted until 1968 when the code was changed to 0871, as part of a nationwide plan to free up numbers starting 00 for other purposes.
The 0871 code eventually became 01871, following a renumbering programme that took place across the UK during April 1995.