Whitehall Village

Settlement in Orkney

Scotland

Whitehall Village

Minor Road on Stronsay Remarkably similar to:
<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3006968" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3006968">Link</a>
no traffic, and fine views past Clestrain Farm to St Catherine's Bay.
Minor Road on Stronsay Credit: Adam Ward

Whitehall Village is a charming settlement located on the island of Orkney in Scotland. Situated in the parish of Orphir, it is nestled along the eastern coast of Scapa Flow, overlooking the majestic waters of the North Sea. With a population of around 200 residents, it offers a peaceful and tranquil retreat in the midst of stunning natural beauty.

The village itself is characterized by its traditional Scottish architecture, featuring quaint stone cottages and houses with thatched roofs. The streets are lined with vibrant gardens, bursting with colorful flowers during the summer months. The community takes great pride in maintaining the village's historic charm and preserving its heritage.

Whitehall Village boasts a strong sense of community spirit, with a range of amenities available for its residents. These include a local shop, a cozy café, and a well-regarded primary school. The village hall serves as a hub for social gatherings and events, hosting everything from ceilidhs to community meetings.

Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, Whitehall Village offers easy access to some of Orkney's most notable attractions. The nearby Standing Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, are within easy reach. The area is also renowned for its rich wildlife, with seabirds, seals, and even orcas often spotted in the surrounding waters.

With its picturesque setting, strong community spirit, and proximity to Orkney's natural wonders, Whitehall Village is a truly idyllic place to call home or to visit for a peaceful getaway.

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Whitehall Village Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 59.140957/-2.5996802 or Grid Reference HY6528. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minor Road on Stronsay Remarkably similar to:
<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3006968" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3006968">Link</a>
no traffic, and fine views past Clestrain Farm to St Catherine's Bay.
Minor Road on Stronsay
Remarkably similar to: Link no traffic, and fine views past Clestrain Farm to St Catherine's Bay.
Stronsay Farmland At Whitehall Farm looking across fertile fields with curious cows to Bay of Franks and in the distance the island of Sanday.
Stronsay Farmland
At Whitehall Farm looking across fertile fields with curious cows to Bay of Franks and in the distance the island of Sanday.
Stronsay - Pier at Whithall
Stronsay - Pier at Whithall
Coastline, Mill Bay, Stronsay, Orkney Looking towards the Point of Cumley and Whitehall Village beyond.
Coastline, Mill Bay, Stronsay, Orkney
Looking towards the Point of Cumley and Whitehall Village beyond.
Coastline, Crooks Ness, Stronsay, Orkney
Coastline, Crooks Ness, Stronsay, Orkney
Loading The Ferry At Stronsay A camper van drives onto the ferry at Stronsay before we leave for Eday.
Loading The Ferry At Stronsay
A camper van drives onto the ferry at Stronsay before we leave for Eday.
Standing stone, Huip Ness, Stronsay, Orkney Looking towards Whitehall Village.
Standing stone, Huip Ness, Stronsay, Orkney
Looking towards Whitehall Village.
Kelp workings, Grice Ness, Stronsay, Orkney
Kelp workings, Grice Ness, Stronsay, Orkney
Kelp burning pits, Grice Ness, Stronsay, Orkney Looking towards Whitehall Village.
Kelp burning pits, Grice Ness, Stronsay, Orkney
Looking towards Whitehall Village.
Coastline, Grice Ness, Stronsay, Orkney
Coastline, Grice Ness, Stronsay, Orkney
Stronsay: Whitehall harbourside Looking along the harbour front from the ferry pier.
Stronsay: Whitehall harbourside
Looking along the harbour front from the ferry pier.
Stronsay: primitive gents’ at Whitehall Pier The little roofless enclosure consists simply of three berths, separated by stone pillars, and the user aims his stream directly against the stone wall - there are no actual furnishings.

The absence of a ladies' suggests, I suppose, that the block was built for use by fishermen using the harbour.
Stronsay: primitive gents’ at Whitehall Pier
The little roofless enclosure consists simply of three berths, separated by stone pillars, and the user aims his stream directly against the stone wall - there are no actual furnishings. The absence of a ladies' suggests, I suppose, that the block was built for use by fishermen using the harbour.
Stronsay: gents’ toilet at Whitehall Pier See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4713606">HY6528 : Stronsay: primitive gents’ at Whitehall Pier</a> for the interior.
Stronsay: gents’ toilet at Whitehall Pier
Stronsay: view across Whitehall harbour Looking along the harbourfront from a short distance along the pier.
Stronsay: view across Whitehall harbour
Looking along the harbourfront from a short distance along the pier.
Stronsay: the post office and postbox № KW17 65 Sanday's post office is at the western end of Whitehall Village. There used to be a second office on the island, at Samsonslane, but that closed down in around 2001.

The postbox is a relatively modern one, right by the door.
Stronsay: the post office and postbox № KW17 65
Sanday's post office is at the western end of Whitehall Village. There used to be a second office on the island, at Samsonslane, but that closed down in around 2001. The postbox is a relatively modern one, right by the door.
Stronsay: the Stronsay Hotel A lovely little hotel in the centre of Whitehall Village, right opposite the ferry pier, offering accommodation and food at excellent value prices. It is also a public bar.
Stronsay: the Stronsay Hotel
A lovely little hotel in the centre of Whitehall Village, right opposite the ferry pier, offering accommodation and food at excellent value prices. It is also a public bar.
Stronsay: the Royal Bank of Scotland The bank is open one day a week - Tuesdays - and is situated right on the harbourfront at Whitehall Village.
Stronsay: the Royal Bank of Scotland
The bank is open one day a week - Tuesdays - and is situated right on the harbourfront at Whitehall Village.
Stronsay: postbox № KW17 91, Lower Whitehall A small George V-reign box set into a wall, now sadly missing its door and therefore out of use.
Stronsay: postbox № KW17 91, Lower Whitehall
A small George V-reign box set into a wall, now sadly missing its door and therefore out of use.
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Whitehall Village is located at Grid Ref: HY6528 (Lat: 59.140957, Lng: -2.5996802)

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 59.140957,-2.5996802
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
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Ferry Terminal
Stronsay Ferry Terminal
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Whitehall
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Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
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Telephone
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Stronsay Hotel
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Woods Yard (old fish curing yard)
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Post Office
Stronsay Post Office
Addr Housename: Sronsay Post Office
Addr Postcode: KW17 2AR
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Ref Pol Id: 2179
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Bicycle Rental
Stronsay Cycles
Fee: yes
Website: https://www.scoto.co.uk/stronsay-cycles
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Government: register_office
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Stronsay Renewable Energy
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Stronsay Heritage Centre
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Stronsay Development Trust
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Addr Postcode: KW17 2AR
Addr Street: Woods Yard
Office: yes
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Storehouse Bed and Breakfast
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Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
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