Autumn Road Trip Drive With Music On History Visit To Pittenweem East Neuk Of Fife Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K Autumn travel video, with Scottish bagpipes music, of a road trip drive along James Street on ancestry, genealogy, family history visit to Pittenweem, East Neuk of Fife, Britain, United Kingdom. James Street developed as a prominent thoroughfare running parallel to the coastline along the upper part of the village. The town of Pittenweem was first created into a burgh by King James III. The name derives from Pictish pett meaning place or location and the Scottish Gaelic ending enweem meaning off or related to the caves. Until 1975 Pittenweem was a royal burgh, having been awarded the status by King James V in 1541. Sir Walter Watson Hughes was born in Pittenweem on 22 August 1803. He was a pastoralist, public benefactor and founder of the University of Adelaide, South Australia. He was the third son of Thomas Hughes and his wife Eliza, née Anderson. Hughes attended school in Crail and was apprenticed to a cooper for a short time, he then entered the merchant service and became a master, including whaling in the Arctic for several years. After hearing of opportunities for trade in Asia, Hughes purchased a brig, Hero, in Calcutta and traded opium in the Indian Ocean and seas of China having to contend with pirates. Hughes emigrated to South Australia in 1840, started business with Bunce & Thomson and took up land. Hughes suspected the land on which he kept sheep contained mineral deposits and informed his shepherds to look for minerals. In 1860 the Wallaroo copper mine was discovered on his property, and in 1861 the even more important Moonta mine was discovered nearby. Hughes secured the largest interest in both mines and became wealthy, despite paying several thousand pounds to rival claimants. Hughes subsequently returned to England, bought the Fancourt estate in Chertsey, Surrey, and died there on 1 January 1887 after a long illness. Hughes married in 1841 Sophia, daughter of James Henry Richman, who died in June 1885. 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 Castellated Lighthouse On History Visit To Isle of May Scotland

Tour Scotland very short early Autumn 4K travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking the castellated lighthouse on the coast of May Island also known as Isle of May on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the Firth of Forth, Britain, United Kingdom. Designed by the legendary civil engineer Robert Stevenson and completed in 1816, the grand Gothic tower was intentionally built as an ornate showpiece for the Northern Lighthouse Board. Rather than adopting the strict, functional look of a wave swept rock tower, its unique architecture features medieval style battlements and a defensive appearance heavily influenced by the romantic literary works of Sir Walter Scott.The site itself is home to Scotland's very first lighthouse, a 1636 coal burning beacon known as The Beacon. The 1816 castellated replacement later became the first lighthouse in Scotland to be converted to electricity. 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 Sea Cave On History Visit To Roseness Peninsula Orkney Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman walking wearing a Kilt and Sporran by a sea cave on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the coast of the Roseness Peninsula, Orkney, Britain, United kingdom. The Hole of Ness is a dramatic collapsed sea cave and blowhole located on the southeastern coast of Mainland Orkney. Situated along the rugged cliffs of the Roseness peninsula. The formation of the Hole of Ness is a masterclass in coastal erosion. Over thousands of years, the relentless forces of the North Sea targeted vertical joints and natural fractures within Orkney's 390 million year old Sandstone cliffs. In Orkney dialect, spectacular geological features of this nature are frequently referred to as Gloups. The term stems directly from the Old Norse word glup or gluppa, translates to throat or chasm. 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 Geo Of Ork On History Visit To Isle Of Shapinsay Shetland Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman walking wearing a Kilt and Sporran by Geo Of Ork on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the coast of the Island of Shapinsay, Shetland Islands, Britain, United Kingdom. The Geo is a striking, narrow, and deep coastal cleft located at the northernmost tip of Shapinsay carved out as intense marine waves exploited weak points, faults, and bedding planes along the cliff face. The name Geo of Ork is a lasting fingerprint of the Vikings. The Old Norse language profoundly shaped the island, even the name Shapinsay is believed to derive from the Norse for Helping Island, referencing its protective waters for sailing ships. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the Balfour family dominated the island. 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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Grey Squirrels On Autumn Tuesday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K early Autumn Tuesday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of bushy tailed Grey Squirrels spotted opening feeder box and eating peanuts on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. While Squirrels are known for their agility and resourcefulness in finding food, providing them with supplementary nourishment can offer an exciting opportunity for observation and interaction. As its name suggests, this squirrel typically has a grey coat with white undersides, though the coat colour can also be quite brown at times. Grey squirrels are mainly herbivorous, eating acorns, hazel nuts, berries, fungi, buds and shoots, and even bark. The grey squirrel was introduced to Great Britain in the middle of the 19th century. There is now an estimated population of 2 million making them much more common than the native red squirrel. They arrived in England from North America and are now one of Britain's most well known and frequently seen mammals, with an estimated population of 2 million. It is a myth that grey squirrels chase red squirrels away. Greys are just more adaptable to new surroundings. 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. Feeding grey squirrels provides a wonderful opportunity for observing their behaviours up close. You might witness their playful antics, social interactions, and even their impressive agility while navigating your garden. While squirrels may become accustomed to your presence, it's essential to remember that they are wild animals. Maintain a respectful distance, and never attempt to handle or approach them closely . Feeding grey squirrels in your garden can offer a unique connection to nature, fostering a sense of appreciation for the wildlife that coexists alongside us. By providing suitable and healthy food options, you can contribute to their well being while enjoying the delightful charm these creatures bring to your outdoor space. 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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