Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt In Alva Den On Winter History Visit To Clackmannanshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Winter travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and sporran and walking in the rain in Alva Den on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to Clackmannanshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The Alva Burn, a small river, was harnessed to power woollen mills. Local legend states the den is inhabited by faerie folk and haunted by a witch known as Jenny Mutton.A cavern in the den was historically used to hide illicitly distilled spirits. By 1830, nine mills operated along the water. Nearby Silver Glen was the site of a 1710 silver strike, which produced the purest silver ever found in Great Britain. In 1912, a prehistoric skeleton was discovered in a rock cavity at the entrance to the den. The remains belonged to a person about 4 feet 2 inches tall, leading to the name " Dwarf's Tomb." 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. By the meteorological calendar, the first day of Winter is always 1st December in Scotland; ending on 28th of February. Officially, the Scottish winter runs from the 21st of December through to the 20th March All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt In Alyth Den On Winter History Visit To Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Winter travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and Sporran and walking in the rain in Alyth Den by a small river on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The Den has maintained continuous, broadleaved woodland coverage for thousands of years. In the 12th century, it was part of the Forest of Alyth, a designated royal hunting reserve. King Robert I, Robert the Bruce, reportedly hunted stag there in 1326 before signing charters. 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. By the meteorological calendar, the first day of Winter is always 1st December in Scotland; ending on 28th of February. Officially, the Scottish winter runs from the 21st of December through to the 20th March All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Grey Squirrel On Winter Sunday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Winter Sunday wildlife nature camera travel video of the sight and sounds of a Grey Squirrel spotted eating peanuts on a morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. While they 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. By the meteorological calendar, the first day of Winter is always 1st December in Scotland; ending on 28th of February. Officially, the Scottish winter runs from the 21st of December through to the 20th March All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Male Blackbird On Winter Sunday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Winter Sunday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a male Blackbird spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. This widespread bird is a common visitor to United Kingdom gardens, and has adapted well to suburban areas, it’s often possible to get quite close. It can also be found in woodland and grassland areas, but you’re much less likely to see it on areas of higher ground and in some parts of Scotland, Common and widespread across Britain, the blackbird population is currently stable, although it has seen periods of decline in the past. One of the biggest threats is lack of food availability, particularly when the weather is dry. Leaving mealworms and ground feeder mix out on bird tables and planting bushes that attract caterpillars to your garden are great ways to help blackbirds. If you were to believe various myths and folktales, you’d find this solitary, territorial bird to be imbued with evil and supernatural powers. Welsh poet R. S. Thomas observed that there was “ a suggestion of dark Places ” about the blackbird that was at odds with its beautiful song. In the story of the life of Saint Benedict, the Devil was said to have come to tempt the saint in the form of a blackbird. The English nursery rhyme “ Sing a Song of Sixpence ” involves blackbirds “ baked in a pie ” which reanimate and sing when the pie is opened. 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. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. By the meteorological calendar, the first day of Winter is always 1st December in Scotland; ending on 28th of February. Officially, the Scottish winter runs from the 21st of December through to the 20th March All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt On Stairhaven Beach On Winter History Visit To Galloway Scotland

Tour Scotland very short windy 4K Winter travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking on Stairhaven Beach on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the eastern shore of Luce Bay, Dumfries and Galloway, Britain, United Kingdom. In the middle of the 1840s, the Earl of Stair attempted to develop a port here. The experiment was short lived; the rise of the railways diverted trade away from the sea, preventing the harbour from gaining its intended prominence. The local coastline has yielded a Viking era cross and nearby Bronze Age standing stones, indicating the area has been inhabited for millennia. 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. By the meteorological calendar, the first day of Winter is always 1st December in Scotland; ending on 28th of February. Officially, the Scottish winter runs from the 21st of December through to the 20th March All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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