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27 November 2024Stenness Place Plan - Have your say

?? Have Your Say on the Future of Stenness! ??
 
We had some great conversations with Stenness residents at the fantastic Winter Fayre at the start of November, and we're still looking for everyone’s input to help shape the Place Plan for the community. This is your chance to share your thoughts, ideas, and aspirations for Stenness!
 
The team have been speaking to various groups in Stenness over the the month of November; you can also check out our Stenness Place Plan Padlet board to add comments and see what others are saying in the community.
 
?? Add to the Stenness Place Plan Padlet Board here: https://tinyurl.com/9e3cdydk
 
Your feedback is crucial in guiding the development efforts and ensuring that the Place Plan reflects the needs and desires of its residents. It only takes a few minutes, but your contribution will have a lasting impact!
 
If you prefer to respond via our survey, ?? Take the Place Plan survey here: https://tinyurl.com/yfjs7bcu
 
Thank you for being an active part of our community!

24 November 2024Stenness Tree Lighting, Wed 29 Nov at 6.30pm

All welcome at the Stenness tree lighting this Wednesday at 6.30pm at the Hall.

Tree lighting first, then carols with the Kirkwall Town Band.

Refreshments afterwards including mulled wine (and non-alcoholic version), mince pies and fudge.

16 November 2024Orkney asked for views on 20mph in towns and villages - Stenness drop-in on Tue 19 Nov, 3 to 7pm

Council launches survey and public drop ins 

Orkney Islands Council is asking residents for their thoughts on reducing 30mph speed limits inbuilt-up areas around the county to 20mph. 

The Council has published an online survey and will also run a series of drop in events to gather folks’ views.

Feedback will be presented to Councillors who are keen to hear from the public their appetite for this change, before further consideration of and consultation on the option.

This follows the Scottish Government asking all Councils to assess their roads network for areas where a 20mph speed limit might be appropriate.

Map of 20mph areas for consultation Complete the 20mph survey

The government’s national strategy seeks to introduce 20mph speed limits in built up areas across the country, simplifying speed limits for drivers. It seeks to reduce perceptions of road danger, encourage people to walk, wheel and cycle, and create more pleasant streets and neighbourhoods by providing a more equitable balance between different road users.

Funding is available, up until the end of 2025, from the Scottish Government to help Councils engage with their communities and cover the costs of implementing any changes including new speed limit signs.

The results of an Orkney-wide assessment of existing 30mph areas were presented to Councillors at the Development and Infrastructure Committee in September.

Now, says Corporate Director of Neighbourhood Service and Infrastructure Hayley Green, the Council is asking the Orkney public what they think.

“We reported the results of our assessment to the Development and Infrastructure Committee in September and that included detailed maps showing the roads which meet the criteria set by Scottish Government for a drop in speed limit from 30mph to 20mph.

“Quite rightly, Councillors agreed the next steps should be asking the Orkney public what they feel about 20mph limits throughout our towns and villages.

“Ultimately, we know that lower speed limits can help reduce the likelihood of serious accidents, and drastically reduce the severity of injuries.

“Statistics show if you hit a pedestrian at 30mph, they’re seven times more likely to be killed than if you’d been travelling at 20mph, and this is of course a huge driver for government support for 20mph initiatives.

“However, Councillors are keen to hear folks’ views before any further work is done on the possibility of introducing them here in Orkney.

Chair of the Council’s Development and Infrastructure Committee, Councillor Kris Leask, said: “We’d like as many people as possible to let us know what they think, either through the online survey or by coming along to a drop- in session near you.

“It’s important to note this engagement is matched to the scope of the funding, which is targeted at reducing existing 30mph areas to 20mph, to help reduce the severity of accidents particularly involving pedestrians and cyclists including youngsters.

“So, we’re not looking for feedback on other speed limits as part of this particular exercise.

“What we are looking at is to gauge the level of support in the community for that small reduction in speed from 30mph to 20mph in our towns and villages, while there is funding to facilitate it.

“We’re also not tied to an ‘all or nothing’ blanket approach for Orkney– so if there is widespread support in one area or specific road and not another, this will be fed back to Councillors on the Committee to consider case by case.

Ms Green added: “Anyone with concerns or requests that are outwith this 20mph engagement can, as always, contact the team on [email protected] with the details – we're always happy to consider suggestions for improving road safety in Orkney.”

Feedback from the 20mph engagement events and survey will be reported back to Councillors at a future committee to consider whether to progress with the project and commence the statutory consultation process.

The Council is also running a series of drop-ins around Mainland Orkney over the next few weeks – similar sessions will take place in the isles early next year.

The upcoming session in Stenness is at the Hall on Tuesday 19 November from 3 to 7pm.

To fill out the online survey, follow the link on the Council's webpage here: https://www.orkney.gov.uk/latest-news/orkney-asked-for-views-on-20mph-in-towns-and-villages/

04 November 2024Men Don't Talk - Short Play - Tue 5 Nov in Stenness at 7.30pm

Not to be missed, we have the last Orkney performance of "Men Don't Talk" coming up tomorrow night, Tuesday 5 November, in the Stenness Hall - the show starts at 7.30pm and entry is £5 (cash or card).
 
The run time is about 75 minutes so you'll be still be home in time for a cuppa, or can stay afterwards and have one at the hall if you like (maybe we'll even stretch to a biscuit!), and the show is recommended for those aged 14 and upwards.
 
The work is presented as part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival, in partnership with Scottish Men’s Shed Association and Luminate, and feels a prevalent time to be discussing men's access to community engagement that betters their physical, mental and social wellbeing.
 
The SCA committee is delighted to have been given the opportunity along with Flotta and Burray community associations to host this touring production and hope to see a decent turnout for what promises to be another great piece of theatre.
 
 

24 October 202450th Anniversary Dance in Stenness Hall on Fri 25 Oct

We're looking forward to a fun night tomorrow with all the lovely folk who've bought tickets for our dinner dance; its shaping up to be a great event and the committee are really pleased by the level of interest folk have shown in coming along.
 
For anyone that wasn't able to make the dinner, that loves to dance or that fancies coming down far a yarn with old friends and neighbours, you're warmly invited to come along later in the evening when Liam Muir and friends will be kicking off proceedings about 9pm. Entry is £10 and you can pay at the door if you haven't already bought a ticket in advance. It's a bargain price as you get supper too!
 
Come help us celebrate the last 50 years of the present Stenness Hall and raise a glass to 50 more..
 

19 October 2024Stenness through the Years Photo Exhibition

Exhibition of photos of Stenness through the years on this weekend - Sat 19, Sun 20th and Mon 21 October - with thanks to the hard work of the Stenness Over 60's group!

09 October 2024Scottish Traditional Dancing, 7.30pm on Fri 11 October

If you fancy getting your dancing shoes on, come along to the Stenness Hall this Friday, 11th October at 7.30pm.
 
You don't need to bring a partner and it's suitable both for those who are confident with the steps and absolute beginners - all are invited to join in and have fun. These sessions are generally aimed at adults but an accompanied child would be made welcome.
 
Entry is £4 and there's always a break for a cuppa and a biscuit.
 

14 September 2024Stenness Fun Day - Sat 14 Sept - 10am til late

Our Fun Day starts at 10am and continues into the early evening with music, licenced bar and Bite to Eat food van from 4pm onwards.

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