Sanday Heritage Centre is situated on the outskirts of Lady Village. Located within Temperance Hall, the centre displays some of Sanday's natural and man-made treasures and showcases some of the community's history. Current displays focus on farming, the sea, archaeology, natural history and Sanday's contribution to the First World War. The Horne Room, named in recognition of a significant financial bequest from the estate of the Horne family of Warsetter, houses the island's photographic and oral history archives, as well as the beginning of a reference library of books and written archives. Also within the centre is a small shop, stocked with greeting cards and postcards with Sanday themes, along with various island souvenirs and books.
What a beautiful area, and lots to read about. We went on a public holiday so the centre was shut unfortunately, but there still lots of information about the island and what to see.
Excellent centre. So informative but would take a week to see it all - even that wouldn't be long enough. Brilliant archives Friendly, helpful staff
Such a wealth of fabulous information about all things Sanday! The offer of a cuppa gave us a welcome break too!
Small but atmospheric on a variety of themes-and a well preserved croft house to go into
Very detailed information about Sanday, nicely arranged. the cottage a worth a visit!
Lots to learn here about the history of Sanday and the goings on, lovely little section about the Girl Guides over time on Sanday. Drawers full of interesting items like shells, skeletons etc. You can view footage of the seals around the island from a TV in the centre. Always someone on hand when there too. There are some little bits for sale, post cards, trinkets etc so remember some cash.
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Toilets
Restaurant
Good for kids
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What a beautiful area, and lots to read about. We went on a public holiday so the centre was shut unfortunately, but there still lots of information about the island and what to see.
Excellent centre. So informative but would take a week to see it all - even that wouldn't be long enough. Brilliant archives Friendly, helpful staff
Such a wealth of fabulous information about all things Sanday! The offer of a cuppa gave us a welcome break too!
Small but atmospheric on a variety of themes-and a well preserved croft house to go into
Very detailed information about Sanday, nicely arranged. the cottage a worth a visit!
Lots to learn here about the history of Sanday and the goings on, lovely little section about the Girl Guides over time on Sanday. Drawers full of interesting items like shells, skeletons etc. You can view footage of the seals around the island from a TV in the centre. Always someone on hand when there too. There are some little bits for sale, post cards, trinkets etc so remember some cash.
