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Historic Scotland Annual Report & Accounts 2006/2007 Historic Scotland Annual Report & Accounts 2006/2007 Historic Scotland locations Unst 63 Stronsay Staffed Properties 65 64 Yell Kirkwall 62 i Orkney Regional Offices 0 97 Islands A Monument Conservation Units Hoy 72 A968 Headquarters and Warehouse John o'Groats A971 Thurso Scalloway Lerwick A882 Wick Shetland 70 A9 9 Lewis A Islands 66 A99 Stornoway 40 67 A9 Tarbert Ullapool Harris t h A9 M o r a y F i r 48 North A835 49 45 44 A90 Uist A98 A96 43 69 46 INVERNESS 41 Portree Raasay A96 50 70 A9 South A90 Skye A87 A82 Uist 47 Loch Ness Lochboisdale A87 42 ABERDEEN A93 Canna Barra 68 Rum Loch Morar A82 Eigg A9 A93 Muck Fort William 29 A90 A82 Coll Tobermory 28 A828 30 Tiree 2 A92 DUNDEE A8 Staffa 57 A85 PERTH A90 Mull 53 A85 2 Oban A85 32 A9 59 31 26 St Andrews A84 Iona 27 L A9 . A91 L o m 55 33 o h n r t d A91 o 51 61 M90 F 58 54 A92 o f h Colonsay STIRLING 24 23 F i r t M9 18 22 A8 25 56 1 M529 A82 20 71 21 15 16 37 19 EDINBURGH A1 Bute M8 73 M8 M A68 Port Askaig GLASGOW Berwick 36 A7 on Tweed 60 34 A71 17 Islay th of Clyde A697 Bowmore Fir 8 35 A702 69 A78 A72 A A77 A71 Gigha 4 5 Coldstream M74 1 Brodick Arran 39 3 Jedburgh A697 A1 A76 A 38 A77 2 68 A7 A74(M) A75 A69 A77 11 6 12 A75 Stranraer 9 A75 13 7 14 10 8 M N 6 0 10 20 30mls 0 10 20 30 40 kms 23 Aberdour Castle and Garden 44 Duff House 68 Kisimul Castle 28 Arbroath Abbey 56 Dumbarton Castle 20 Linlithgow Palace 51 Argyll’s Lodging 39 Dundonald Castle 33 Lochleven Castle 41 Balvenie Castle 8 Dundrennan Abbey 10 Maclellan’s Castle 62 Bishop’s and Earl’s Palaces, Kirkwall 24 Dunfermline Abbey and Palace 64 Maeshowe 66 Black House, Arnol 57 Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel 30 Meigle Sculptured Stones 52 Blackness Castle 19 Edinburgh Castle 4 Melrose Abbey 53 Bonawe Historic Iron Furnace 29 Edzell Castle and Garden 11 New Abbey Corn Mill 34 Bothwell Castle, Uddingston 31 Elcho Castle 37 Newark Castle 63 Broch of Gurness 45 Elgin Cathedral 60 Rothesay Castle 6 Caerlaverock Castle 69 Fort George 26 St Andrews Castle 15 Cairnpapple Hill 36 Glasgow Cathedral 27 St Andrews Cathedral 67 Calanais Standing Stones and Visitor Centre 9 Glenluce Abbey 21 Seton Collegiate Church 7 Cardoness Castle 72 Hackness Battery 65 Skara Brae and Skaill House 54 Castle Campbell and Garden 2 Hermitage Castle 5 Smailholm Tower 42 Corgarff Castle 32 Huntingtower Castle 49 Spynie Palace 16 Craigmillar Castle 46 Huntly Castle 61 Stirling Castle 35 Craignethan Castle 25 Inchcolm Abbey 12 Sweetheart Abbey 17 Crichton Castle 58 Inchmahome Priory 22 Tantallon Castle 38 Crossraguel Abbey 59 Iona Abbey and Nunnery 13 Threave Castle 43 Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery 40 Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement 50 Tolquhon Castle 18 Dirleton Castle and Garden 3 Jedburgh Abbey 71 Trinity House 55 Doune Castle 47 Kildrummy Castle 70 Urquhart Castle 1 Dryburgh Abbey 48 Kinnaird Head Castle Lighthouse and Museum 14 Whithorn 10 11.

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Pictish Symbol Stones and Early Cross-Slabs from Orkney

Proc Soc Antiq Scot 144 (2014), PICTISH169–204 SYMBOL STONES AND EARLY CROSS-SLABS FROM ORKNEY | 169 Pictish symbol stones and early cross-slabs from Orkney Ian G Scott* and Anna Ritchie† ABSTRACT Orkney shared in the flowering of interest in stone carving that took place throughout Scotland from the 7th century AD onwards. The corpus illustrated here includes seven accomplished Pictish symbol- bearing stones, four small stones incised with rough versions of symbols, at least one relief-ornamented Pictish cross-slab, thirteen cross-slabs (including recumbent slabs), two portable cross-slabs and two pieces of church furniture in the form of an altar frontal and a portable altar slab. The art-historical context for this stone carving shows close links both with Shetland to the north and Caithness to the south, as well as more distant links with Iona and with the Pictish mainland south of the Moray Firth. The context and function of the stones are discussed and a case is made for the existence of an early monastery on the island of Flotta. While much has been written about the Picts only superb building stone but also ideal stone for and early Christianity in Orkney, illustration of carving, and is easily accessible on the foreshore the carved stones has mostly taken the form of and by quarrying. It fractures naturally into flat photographs and there is a clear need for a corpus rectilinear slabs, which are relatively soft and can of drawings of the stones in related scales in easily be incised, pecked or carved in relief.
Dirleton Castle Geschichte

Dirleton Castle Geschichte Rundgang durch das Dirleton Castle Das „Äußere“ Castle Der Burggraben und die Verteidigungsmauer Das Vorhaus Das Torhaus Das „Innere“ Castle Der Innenhof Die Ruthven Lodging Die Türme der de Vauxs Der Halyburton- Trakt Die Gartenanlagen Die Familie de Vaux Kriegerische Zeiten Die Familie Halyburton Die Familie Ruthven Cromwell und die letzte Belagerung Das letzte Aufblühen - 1 - Dirleton Castle Geschichte Seit 700 Jahren thront das Dirleton Castle schon auf dem Felsen hoch über der reichen Baronie Dirleton. Das Castle ist der Inbegriff der trutzigen Stärke und Pracht einer mittelalterlichen Burg. Die Geschichte ist eng mit der Geschichte der Familien verknüpft, die hier lebten – die de Vaux, die Halyburtons und die Ruthvens. Die Gebäude entsprachen ihren Bedürfnissen und spiegelten ihren Status wider. Dabei hatten eine gezielte Planung und der Erhalt des Alten jedoch eine geringere Priorität, als die aktuelle Mode und die Bemühung mit allen Kräften den Nachbarn deutlich sichtbar zu übertrumpfen. Die eindruckvolle Festung wurde im Jahre 1220 von John de Vaux, nachdem die Familie in den Besitz der Ländereien von Gullane und Dirleton gekommen war, als Ersatz für eine ältere Burg errichtet, die man hier ein Jahrhundert zuvor gebaut hatte. Nach dem die Burg den Erben von John de Vaux 400 Jahre als Wohnsitz gedient hatte, wurde sie verlassen, geriet aber nicht in Vergessenheit. Heute wacht sie über die eleganten Gartenanlagen ihrer späteren Besitzer, die die Burgruine als besonders Zierstück in ihren Garten integrierten. - 2 - Dirleton Castle Rundgang durch das Dirleton Castle Der Rundgang beginnt bei den Wehranlagen, dem „Äußeren“ Castle und führt durch die Inneren Gebäudes, dem Inneren Castle und endet in den Gartenanlagen.
Excavations at Craignethan Castle, 1984 and 1995 John Lewis*, Eoin Mcb Cox| & Helen Smith}

Proc Soc Antiq Scot, 128 (1998), 923-936 Excavations at Craignethan Castle, 1984 and 1995 John Lewis*, Eoin McB Cox| & Helen Smith} ABSTRACT This report describes excavations carried out within the basement of the ruined north-east tower courtyard(1984)at and immediate levelthe to tower the east of house (1995) Craignethanat Castle. The former was originally a kitchen but was remodelled at some stage, perhaps to a brewhouse. There evidencewas that rangea buildingsof beenhad planned eastthe sidethe for of inner courtyard but that quite early in the development of the castle (built c 1530) it was abandoned in favourimpressivethe of tower house. project The funded was Historicby Scotlandits and predecessor, Historic Buildings Monuments.and INTRODUCTION Several accounts have been written of Craignethan Castle (including MacGibbon & Ross 1887; Simpson 1963; Maclvor 1977; and McKean 1995; but see also Pringle 1992) and these should be consulted for more detailed descriptions of the monument than can be included here. Nevertheless, briea f summar histors it architecturf d yo yan presenteds i e thin i s scenpapee th t ordeen ri se o rt for the excavations described within. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Craignethan Castle dates from around 1530 and was the brainchild of Sir James Hamilton of Finnart, the illegitimate son of James, first Earl of Arran and great-grandson of King James II. Finnart not only commissioned the building of the castle but, as one who was passionately interested in architecture (and indeed the future Master of the King's Works), took a very active interest in its construction. Finnart was executed for treason in 1540 and the castle eventually fell into the hands of his half-brother (also James), who was to become the second Earl of Arran and Regent of Scotland during the minority of Mary, Queen of Scots.
THE ROYAL CASTLE of KINDKOCHIT in MAR. 75 III. the ROYAL CASTLE OP KINDROCHIT in MAR. SIMPSON, M.A., F.S.A.Scot. by W. DOUGLAS T

THE ROYAL CASTLE OF KINDKOCHIT IN MAR. 75 III. E ROYATH L CASTL P KINDROCHIO E MARN I T . BY W. DOUGLAS SIMPSON, M.A., F.S.A.ScOT. The scanty remains of the great Aberdeenshire Castle of Kindrochit occup ya ver y strong positio e righth n te Clun no ban th f yo k Water, a short distance from its confluence with the Dee, and immediately above the bridge which connects the two portions (Auchendryne and Castleton e villagth f f Braemarwalle o o )e th placo n se emorar n I . e than 10 feet high, and for the greater part they are reduced to mere foundations. These fragments are much overgrown with grass and moss, and the whole sits i obscuree y larcd b d an h rowan trees, scrubby undergrowtd an h luxuriant nettles, amidst whic harde hth , metamorphic bedrock here and there n roundedi crop t ou s , ice-worn bosses. e Aeas th roat n side,o d d variouan ' s erections connected with the adjoining farm, encroach upon the precincts. Also a considerable amount of refuse has been dumped upo sitee nthath o s , t what remains of the castle is now "a desola- tion of rubbish and weeds."1 But by a careful examination of the existing masonry, and of the green mounds with protruding stones which mark buried courses of wall, it is possible to recover KINDROCHIT CASTLE. GROUND PLAN a fairly accurate ground plan (fig, 1) . althoug a hcompletel y satisfactory sur- vey would entail extensive excavation. Fig . Kindrochi1 .
Excavations at Bothwell Castle, North Lanarkshire

Proc Soc Antiq Scot, 127 (1997), 687-695 Excavation t Bothwelsa l Castle, North Lanarkshire John Lewis* ABSTRACT The following report describes two small-scale excavations (in 1987-8 and 1991) within the castle enclosure and a watching brief carried out in 1993 during the topsail clearance which preceded the installation of a new car park some 100 m east of the castle. Trenching to the immediate east of the postern revealed traces of what may have been an extension to the south range; and a possible robber trench, perhaps associated with the gatehouse, was uncovered just inside the modern entrance to the castle. The project was funded by Historic Scotland (former SDD/HBM). INTRODUCTION Standin gwoodee th hig n ho d nort hRivee banth f rko outskirtClydee th towe n th o f , nf o so Uddingston and some 13 km south-east of Glasgow (illus 1), Bothwell Castle (NGR: NS 688 593) retains the air of the formidable stronghold that it once was (illus 2). Begun in the mid- or late 13th centur Waltey Williamyb n so f Mora s ro originae hi th r , yo l desigcastle neves th f enwa o r brought to fruition, probably because of the depredations of the Wars of Independence in the late 13th and early 14th centuries. It was not until the early 15th century, following many turbulent years during which the castle changed hands on several occasions, that the enclosure was finally completed somewhaa n the y o wore b ;s nth kwa t reduced scale from that originally conceived (Simpson 1958,14).
Medieval Castle

The Language of Autbority: The Expression of Status in the Scottish Medieval Castle M. Justin McGrail Deparment of Art History McGilI University Montréal March 1995 "A rhesis submitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research in partial fu[filment of the requirements of the degree of Masters of Am" O M. Justin McGrail. 1995 National Library Bibliothèque nationale 1*u of Canada du Canada Aquisitions and Acquisitions et Bibliographie SeMces seMces bibliographiques 395 Wellingîon Street 395, nie Wellingtm ûîtawaON K1AON4 OitawaON K1AON4 Canada Canada The author has granted a non- L'auteur a accordé une Licence non exclusive Licence dowing the exclusive permettant à la National Library of Canada to Bibliothèque nationale du Canada de reproduce, loan, distribute or sell reproduire, prêter, distniuer ou copies of this thesis in microfonn, vendre des copies de cette thèse sous papet or electronic formats. la forme de microfiche/film, de reproduction sur papier ou sur format électronique. The author retains ownership of the L'auteur conserve la propriété du copyright in this thesis. Neither the droit d'auteur qui protège cette thèse. thesis nor substantial extracts fkom it Ni la thèse ni des extraits substantiels rnay be printed or otherwise de celle-ci ne doivent être imprimés reproduced without the author's ou autrement reproduits sans son permission. autorisation. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Dr. H. J. B6ker for his perserverance and guidance in the preparation and completion of this thesis. I would also like to recognise the tremendous support given by my family and friends over the course of this degree.
Modern Rune Carving in Northern Scotland. Futhark 8

Modern Rune Carving in Northern Scotland Andrea Freund and Ragnhild Ljosland (University of the Highlands and Islands) Abstract This article discusses modern runic inscriptions from Orkney and Caithness. It presents various examples, some of which were previously considered “genuine”, and reveals that OR 13 Skara Brae is of modern provenance. Other examples from the region can be found both on boulders or in bedrock and in particular on ancient monuments ranging in date from the Neolithic to the Iron Age. The terminology applied to modern rune carving, in particular the term “forgery”, is examined, and the phenomenon is considered in relation to the Ken sington runestone. Comparisons with modern rune carving in Sweden are made and suggestions are presented as to why there is such an abundance of recently carved inscriptions in Northern Scotland. Keywords: Scotland, Orkney, Caithness, modern runic inscriptions, modern rune carving, OR 13 Skara Brae, Kensington runestone Introduction his article concerns runic inscriptions from Orkney and Caithness Tthat were, either demonstrably or arguably, made in the modern period. The objective is twofold: firstly, the authors aim to present an inventory of modern inscriptions currently known to exist in Orkney and Caith ness. Secondly, they intend to discuss the concept of runic “forgery”. The question is when terms such as “fake” or “forgery” are helpful in de scribing a modern runic inscription, and when they are not. Included in the inventory are only those inscriptions which may, at least to an untrained eye, be mistaken for premodern. Runes occurring for example on jewellery, souvenirs, articles of clothing, in logos and the Freund, Andrea, and Ragnhild Ljosland.
Heartlands of Fife Visitor Guide

Visitor Guide Heartlands of Fife Heartlands of Fife 1 The Heartlands of Fife stretches from the award-winning beaches of the Firth of Forth to the panoramic Lomond Hills. Its captivating mix of bustling modern towns, peaceful villages and quiet countryside combine with a proud history, exciting events and a lively community spirit to make the Heartlands of Fife unique, appealing and authentically Scottish. Within easy reach of the home of golf at St Andrews, the fishing villages of the East Neuk and Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city, the Heartlands of Fife has great connections and is an ideal base for a short break or a relaxing holiday. Come and explore our stunning coastline, rolling hills and pretty villages. Surprise yourself with our fascinating wildlife and adrenalin-packed outdoor activities. Relax in our theatres, art galleries and music venues. Also don’t forget to savour our rich natural larder. In the Heartlands of Fife you’ll find a warm welcome and all you could want for a memorable visit that will leave you eager to come back and enjoy more. And you never know, you may even lose your heart! Contents Our Towns & Villages 3 The Great Outdoors 7 Golf Excellence 18 Sporting Fun 19 History & Heritage 21 Culture 24 Innovation & Enlightenment 26 Family Days Out 27 Shopping2 Kirkcaldy & Mid Fife 28 Food & Drink 29 Events & Festivals 30 Travel & Accommodation 32 Visitor Information 33 Discovering Fife 34 welcometofife.com Burntisland Set on a wide, sweeping bay, Burntisland is noted for its Regency terraces and A-listed buildings which can be explored on a Burntisland Heritage Trust guided tour.
South East Fife

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Hand-Book of Hamilton, Bothwell, Blantyre, and Uddingston. with a Directory

; Hand-Book HAMILTON, BOTHWELL, BLANTYRE, UDDINGSTON W I rP H A DIE EJ C T O R Y. ILLUSTRATED BY SIX STEEL ENGRAVINGS AND A MAP. AMUS MACPHERSON, " Editor of the People's Centenary Edition of Burns. | until ton PRINTED AT THE "ADVERTISER" OFFICE, BY WM. NAISMITH. 1862. V-* 13EFERKING- to a recent Advertisement, -*-*; in which I assert that all my Black and Coloured Cloths are Woaded—or, in other wards, based with Indigo —a process which,, permanently prevents them from assuming that brownish appearance (daily apparent on the street) which they acquire after being for a time in use. As a guarantee for what I state, I pledge myself that every piece, before being taken into stock, is subjected to a severe chemical test, which in ten seconds sets the matter at rest. I have commenced the Clothing with the fullest conviction that "what is worth doing is worth doing well," to accomplish which I shall leave " no stone untamed" to render my Establishment as much a " household word " ' for Gentlemen's Clothing as it has become for the ' Unique Shirt." I do not for a moment deny that Woaded Cloths are kept by other respectable Clothiers ; but I give the double assurance that no other is kept in my stock—a pre- caution that will, I have no doubt, ultimately serve my purpose as much as it must serve that of my Customers. Nearly 30 years' experience as a Tradesman has convinced " me of the hollowness of the Cheap" outcry ; and I do believe that most people, who, in an incautious moment, have been led away by the delusive temptation of buying ' cheap, have been experimentally taught that ' Cheapness" is not Economy.
Free Entry Passes for Visiting Scotland

Free Entry Passes for Visiting Scotland An Outlandish Extra PDF OutlandishScotland.com A Novel Holiday Travel Guidebook Outlandish Scotland Journey Free Entry Passes for Visiting Scotland [Updated in June, 2019] Purchasing a special pass for visiting places in Scotland has the potential of saving you a lot of money in individual entrance fees. If you’ll not be visiting enough of the properties included in the pass, however, it could end up costing you more than it’s worth. As with any aspect of planning the best possible Outlandish Scotland Journey, deciding whether or not to buy one of these passes requires a good deal of investigation. This PDF contains tips and directions designed to minimize the amount of time you’ll have to spend investigating the passes available. Plan Parts of Your Holiday Before Deciding Whether to Buy a Free Entry Pass 1 If you’ll be booking a guided Outlander tour, do that FIRST. [See our Outlander Tours PDF: http://www.outlandishscotland.com/OutlanderTours.pdf ] Admission fees for the Outlandish places you’ll be taken to are sometimes included in the guided tour fee, so you may not need a Free Entry Pass to visit them. 2 After successfully booking a guided tour—or, if you’ll not be booking one—make a list of the places you plan to visit during your self‐guided touring days. 3 Compare your self‐guided Outlandish site list to the properties included in the Free Entry Passes available. [On the last page of this PDF is a table that lists all of the Outlander‐related properties associated with each of the Scottish Free Entry Passes, with individual entry and pass fees.] 4 After performing a comparison, you should be able to determine which pass will save you enough money to be worthwhile.
Glebe Cottage, by Aberdour, Fife, KY3

Glebe Cottage, by Aberdour, Fife, KY3 0RY 01592 803400/01383 665272 | WWW.THORNTONS-PROPERTY.CO.UK Situated in the picturesque countryside hugged by the historic village of Aberdour to the east, bustling Dalgety Bay to the west, and Fife’s outstanding coastline to the south, this spacious two-bedroom detached cottage is beautifully presented throughout with sprawling wraparound gardens, boasting breath-taking countryside views and a rich character. Nestled behind lush surrounding gardens, this charming home can be accessed via the hall or the kitchen. Taking the hall route, you are welcomed with soft neutral décor and slate tiling, followed by engineered wood flooring – features which span most of the cottage. With convenient storage and handy loft access, the hall flows to the left into the living/dining room, which offers generous accommodation, with ample floor space for comfortable lounge furniture and a small family dining table. This relaxed reception room is framed by a multi-fuel stove for those cosy winter evenings and lit by a large southeast-facing window for a bright and airy ambience. Next door is the kitchen, featuring two built-in pantry cupboards. Fitted with modern wall and base cabinets and timber-style worktops, the kitchen enjoys a modern country-inspired design that is perfectly suited to the cottage. A built-in wine rack and an integrated fridge-freezer are included, with space for an electric cooker (under a concealed extractor hood), and an undercounter washer and dryer. Neighbouring one another are two generous double bedrooms. The first bedroom offers the larger proportions, whilst the second bedroom comes with soft carpeting for comfort and a traditional feature fireplace that suits an electric stove for additional warmth.