Autumn Road Trip Drive With Music To Visit Ballinluig Junction Highland Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K Autumn travel video of a road trip drive, with Scottish bagpipes music, North on the A9 route to the Junction to Ballinluig, Gaelic: Baile an Luig, on ancestry, history visit to Highland Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The A9 is a major road running from central Scotland to Scrabster Harbour, Thurso in the far north, via Stirling, Bridge of Allan, Perth and Inverness. At 273 miles, it is the longest road in Scotland and the fifth longest A road in the United Kingdom. Historically it was the main road between Edinburgh and John o' Groats, and has been called the spine of Scotland. Drive with great care and patience on this road as it regularly appears in lists of Scotland's most dangerous roads. Ballinluig Junction is where the A827 meets the A9 a few miles south of Pitlochry. As originally built, when the A9 was dualled, the junction was a simple at-grade turning from the A9, with a break in the central barrier. The most unusual thing was that the A827 actually crossed the A9 before the physical junction. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. When driving on Scottish roads in Scotland slow down and enjoy the trip. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Scockness Kirkyard On History Visit To Rousay Orkney Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman walking wearing a Kilt and Sporran by Scockness Kirkyard on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the coast of the Island of Rousay, Orkney Islands, Britain, United Kingdom. Scockness Kirkyard sometimes spelled Sockness is a historic burial ground located in the Sourin district on the northeastern peninsula of Rousay. In 1549, Bishop Reid granted a lifetime lease of the lands, its mill, and the nearby Holm of Scockness to Edward Sinclair of Strome for his defence of the Christian faith. Following traditional Scottish ecclesiastical custom, the graves and former church structures at Scockness face strictly East. This orientation served a dual purpose: it reflected Christian resurrection theology and acted as a clear physical landmark for sailing ships and local fishing boats navigating the treacherous Orkney waters. Many headstones mark the lives of local crofters, such as John Gibson of Pow, who tragically suffered a fatal heart attack in his fishing boat on 1 October 1854, prompting his son to never step foot in a boat again. The graveyard was officially closed in the 1930s, though a few exceptions were made for families with existing plots. The final recorded interment took place in 1958. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By St Peter’s Kirk On History Visit To Sandwick Orkney Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman walking wearing a Kilt and Sporran by St Peter’s Kirk and graveyard on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to Sandwick on the coast of mainland Orkney Islands, Britain, United Kingdom. While the current building dates to the 19th century, the site itself has deep historical roots. The kirk was built partly on the foundations of a 1670 predecessor site, and historical context suggests the dedication to St Peter may stretch back to an even older Late Norse or medieval private chapel associated with the nearby Castle of Snusgar. The structure standing today was erected in 1836 by mason James Sinclair. In the 19th century, the church was the spiritual focal point for the surrounding area. Up to 544 people would pack into the pews at a single time, representing roughly half the parish population at the time, with each churchgoer legally allocated a mere 18 inches of seating space. Church is characterised by plain stone, simple roughcast harling, an Orkney slate roof, and a low western bellcote decorated with a ball finial. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Saviskaill Bay On History Visit To Island of Rousay Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman walking wearing a Kilt and Sporran by Saviskaill Bay on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the northern coast of the Island of Rousay, Britain, United Kingdom. The name Saviskaill is deeply rooted in Viking history, deriving from the Old Norse word sœvar-skáli, which translates to sea hall or house by the sea. The strategic coastal positioning allowed Viking chieftains immediate access to their longships in times of conflict or travel. Following the collapse of the regional kelp industry in the 1830s, Orkney experienced a massive expansion in herring fishing and fisherman's huts were erected along Saviskaill Bay to house the seasonal, itinerant workforce fishing local waters. As the fishing industry declined in the latter half of the century, the landscape shifted heavily toward farming. Like much of Rousay, the wider area was deeply affected by the Highland and Island Clearances enforced by local landlords. Saviskaill is famously tied to the story of Katherine Craigie, a notorious 17th century healer within the Rousay community. According to local legend, she was churning milk at Saviskaill Farm when it foamed over, leading her to predict the exact moment a boat was wrecked on the nearby Reef of Saequoy. She was eventually tried for witchcraft and executed in 1643. The exposed and hazardous waters around Saviskaill Head have claimed numerous vessels. Notable disasters include a 33-ton cargo vessel wrecked in 1783, which suffered subsequent looting by locals and the tragic grounding of the German barque Juliana Catharina in 1811, which resulted in the loss of eight crew members. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Magpie Bird On Autumn Thursday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn Thursday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a Magpie Bird and Grey Squirrel spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The magpie bird is one of our most familiar birds and the source of much myth and legend: '" ne for sorrow, two for a joy "is a rhyme that many children learn. Magpies are, in fact, small crows, and are omnivorous, feeding on carrion, invertebrates, and chicks and eggs. They are sociable birds and are often seen in small groups across many habitats, from gardens to parks, and heaths to hedges. The magpie is an unmistakeable long tailed bird. It is mainly black, with a white belly and white patches on the shoulders and wings. Folklore surrounds the magpie: from providing good luck when greeted, to being in league with the Devil, its ubiquitous presence has provided plenty of opportunities for stories. Many surround religion, including the belief that it didn't mourn with all the other birds at Christ's crucifixion, and that it refused to enter Noah's Ark, preferring to stay on the roof and swear for the whole journey. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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