Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Kilnave Chapel On History Visit To Island Of Islay Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and sporran and walking by Kilnave Chapel on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the the western shore of Loch Gruinart on Island of Islay, Britain, United Kingdom. Gaelic: Cill Naoimh, meaning holy church it is a hauntingly beautiful, roofless medieval ruin. While the stone chapel building is late medieval, the site itself has been a religious enclosure since early Christianity. On 5 August 1598, the flats of Loch Gruinart became the battleground for Islay's last major clan conflict. Sir Lachlan Mor MacLean of Mull arrived with an army to claim ownership of the Rhinns of Islay from his nephew, Sir James MacDonald. The MacLeans suffered a decisive, bloody defeat. In the chaotic retreat, a group of approximately 30 MacLean clansmen sought holy sanctuary inside Kilnave Chapel, barring the thick timber door behind them. Flouting the sacred rules of sanctuary, the victorious MacDonalds set the chapel’s thatched roof on fire. The entire structure was burned down, killing everyone trapped inside except for one single survivor who managed to crawl through a collapsing hole in the burning roof. The chapel was never reroofed and has remained a stark, open-air monument ever since. 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 Stackabank Sea Stack On History Visit To South Ronaldsay Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking by Stackabank Sea Stack on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the West coast of South Ronaldsay, Orkney Islands, Britain, United Kingdom. Unlike permanent sea pillars, Stackabank sits directly on a stony beach. It is entirely surrounded by water for roughly an hour during peak high tide. At all other times, it sits high and dry, making its base easily accessible by foot without needing maritime transport. Like most coastal features across the Orkney Islands, Stackabank is sculpted out of Old Red Sandstone, which traces its roots back roughly 400 million years to the Devonian period. Over millennia, relentless wave action from the Atlantic, combined with wind and coastal erosion, slowly wore down weak points in the coastal cliffs, cutting Stackabank away from the main island mass. Because it stands on a beach platform, the sea only continues its slow, gnawing erosion process when the tide is high. The island's name comes from Old Norse, meaning " Rognvald's island, " though the exact historical figure named Rognvald is unknown. Like the rest of Orkney, South Ronaldsay was significantly influenced by Norse culture and continues to have Old Norse roots in its language and place names. 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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South West View Of The Castle On History Visit To Balvaird Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland Autumn 4K travel video, with Scottish music, of a South West view of Balvaird Castle on ancestry, genealogy, family history visit to Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. Balvaird Castle serves as the fictional Castle Leathers, the ancestral seat of Lord Simon Fraser (the 11th Lord Lovat, in the Outlander prequel series Outlander: Blood of My Blood. This is a an excellent example of a traditional late medieval Scottish tower house, built around the year 1500 for Sir Andrew Murray, a younger son of the family of Murray of Tullibardine. He acquired the lands of Balvaird in Perthshire through marriage to the heiress Margaret Barclay, a member of a wealthy family. It was home to the Murrays of Balvaird, who extended and remodelled the property over the next 150 years or so. They eventually left Balvaird for Scone in 1658. The castle wound up as accommodation for farm labourers. The surname Murray was first found in Moray, where the Clan founder, Freskin, received a grant of the lands of Strathbrock in 1100 AD. He was descended from the first Earl, and his grandson, William, married the heiress of the Bothwell Clan in Lanarkshire. His sons founded many other houses, including the Murrays of Tullibardine, who later became the Dukes of Atholl, and Chiefs of the Clan. Murray has appeared in many spellings, including; Murray, Murrey, Moray, Morey, Morrey, Morry, Murry, MacMhuirich in Gaelic, and many more. Margaret Murray landed in Nova Scotia, Canada, in 1773; Christopher Murray landed in Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada, in 1773; Mary Murray landed in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, in 1778; Morton Murray arrived in Nova Scotia, Canada, in 1783; Barbara Murray who landed in Cape Fear, North Carolina, America, in 1737; Charles Murray landed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, America, in 1746; Garret Murray arrived in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, America, in 1746; Elizabeth Murray landed in Boston, Massachusetts, America, in 1755; Archibald Murray, aged 17, arrived in New York, America, in 1755; Mary Murray, an English convict who was convicted in Middlesex, England for 7 years, was transported aboard the ship Canada in March 1810, arriving in New South Wales, Australia; Jane Murray, born 1775, aged 38, an Irish convict was convicted in Dublin, Ireland for 7 years, and transported aboard the ship Catherine on 8th December 1813, arriving in New South Wales, Australia; William Murray, aged 21, a labourer, arrived in Wellington, New Zealand aboard the ship Bengal Merchant in 1840; John Murray, aged 24, a ploughman, arrived in Wellington, New Zealand aboard the ship Blenheim in 1840. 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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Small Birds On Autumn Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn Friday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of familiar small birds spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. Attracting birds to your garden can be a rewarding experience, transforming your outdoor space into a haven for wildlife. By providing essential resources like food, water, and shelter, you can entice a variety of feathered friends to visit your garden. 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. Attracting birds to your garden can be a rewarding experience, transforming your outdoor space into a haven for wildlife. By providing essential resources like food, water, and shelter, you can entice a variety of feathered friends to visit your garden. 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 Birds On Autumn Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn Friday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of beautiful, sociable, black and white Magpie Birds 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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Male Blackbird On Autumn Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn Friday 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. 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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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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Grey Squirrel On Autumn Thursday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K early Autumn Thursday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a bushy tailed Grey Squirrel 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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Male Blackbird 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 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. 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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Road Trip Drive With Bagpipes Music On History Visit To High Street Crieff Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K Autumn morning travel video of a road trip drive, with Scottish bagpipes music, on ancestry, genealogy, history visit to the High Street in Crieff in the Perthshire Highlands, Britain, United Kingdom. Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, Crieff High Street was the epicenter of the October Tryst, which grew to become Scotland’s largest cattle market. Because Crieff sits precisely where the rugged Highlands meet the rolling Lowlands, it was the natural gathering point for Highlander drovers herding tens of thousands of black cattle down from Skye, the Hebrides, and northern hills. Following the Battle of Sheriffmuir during the 1715 rising, retreating Jacobite Highlanders passed through. Under orders to leave no shelter for advancing government forces, they systematically burned the entire town of Crieff to the ground. High Street had to be entirely rebuilt from the ashes. In February 1746, during the final Jacobite rebellion, Prince Charles Edward Stuart stayed on High Street at the old Drummond Arms Hotel. It was here, in the hotel's chambers, that he held his final war council before his forces marched north toward their ultimate defeat at the Battle of Culloden. 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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Autumn Road Trip Drive With Music On History Visit To Forgandenny Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K travel video of an Autumn road trip drive, with Scottish bagpipes music, West on the B935 road on ancestry, genealogy, history visit to the church and graveyard in Forgandenny, Perthshire. Forgandenny, Britain, United Kingdom. A Scottish church has stood on this site since medieval times, however little of the original building remains, the only surviving medieval masonry is found at the foot of the eastern wall. Extensive restoration was performed in 1902 under architect T.S Robertson, and the red sandstone windows visible in this image were added at that time. Scottish Gaelic Forgrann Eithne, meaning Over-Bog of Eithne, an ancient female Gaelic name, is a small village in Perth and Kinross, located four miles south of Perth. Perth is a 20 minute bus ride from Forgandenny, and there is a regular Stagecoach service. It is 45 minutes from Edinburgh and one hour from Glasgow. There is a daily train service from Perth to London King's Cross in England. Sir William Oliphant, Lord Newton, born 1561, died 1628, of Newton, Judge advocate, was the son of William Oliphant of Newton, in the parish of Forgandenny, Perthshire, He was admitted to the Scottish bar on 20 Oct. 1577. Five years later on 14 Oct. 1582, he was appointed a justice depute, and in 1604 he acted as advocate-depute for Sir Thomas Hamilton, king's advocate. In the same year a commission was chosen to discuss the question of union with England. Admitted as an advocate in 1577, he became an Advocate Depute in 1604. He gained favour of King James VI by throwing up his brief for the six ministers in 1606. He was appointed a lord of session from 1611 to 1626, with the judicial title Lord Newton and was Lord Advocate from 1612 to 1626. He was appointed a member of new High Commission court in 1615. He was responsible for the present procedure of examining witnesses in court. He seems to have been involved in Scottish witch trials. He died on 13 April 1628 and was buried in Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh. Spelling variations of the Clan Oliphant family name include: Oliphant, Olifant, Olifard and others. William Smith Oliphant, aged 28, a shoemaker, arrived in South Australia in 1849 aboard the ship Himalaya; William Oliphant, aged 26, a shepherd, arrived in South Australia in 1850 aboard the ship Lysander; Mary Ann Oliphant, born 1815, aged 47, was a British settler who travelled from London aboard the ship Edward Thornhill arriving in Nelson, South Island, New Zealand in 1862; Lilly Oliphant, aged 17, a housemaid, arrived in Wellington, New Zealand aboard the ship Rakaia in 1879; David Oliphant, aged 45, a printer, arrived in Quebec, Canada, aboard the ship Atlas in 1815; Andrew Oliphant, arrived in New England, America, in 1762; James Oliphant, arrived in Georgia, America, in 1775. 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 Hall of Clestrain On History Visit To Orkney Islands Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman walking wearing a Kilt and Sporran by Hall of Clestrain at Orphir on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the South West coast of the mainland Orkney Islands, Britain, United Kingdom. Clestrain was part of the Graemsay estate. The estate had come into the Honeyman family as the dowry of Cecilia Graham, daughter of Harie Graham of Breckness, when she married Robert Honeyman, grandson of Andrew Honeyman who was Bishop of Orkney from 1664 to 1676. This hall was built in 1769 for Patrick Honeyman. He inherited the Graemsay estate after his father and brother drowned together in the Pentland Firth on journey to Edinburgh. The Honeyman family later moved to the mainland, and the house was occupied by their agent, John Rae. The hall was the birthplace of Rae's son, the Arctic explorer John Rae, in 1813, the sixth of nine children. Already in his childhood the young John Rae learned many skills that would become useful to his later explorations. By the age of fifteen, Rae had become an excellent musket hunter, rock climber and hiker, enjoying hobbies like fishing and boating. After studying medicine in Edinburgh, he graduated with a degree from the University of Edinburgh and was licensed by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh at age 19 in 1833. Two months after graduating he accepted a post for a season as the ship's surgeon aboard the Prince of Wales, a supply ship for the Hudson Bay fur trading settlements. During his first voyage the ship was kept from its return home to Great Britain by an early winter 1833 and pack ice closing the route. The ship's crew had to spend the winter on the deserted Charlton Island. Rae's skills as a hunter and doctor, as well as his knowledge about fauna and its pharmaceutical merits managed to keep most men alive throughout the winter despite heavy cases of scurvy, which took two lives among the crew. He went to work for the Hudson's Bay Company as a surgeon, accepting a post at Moose Factory, Ontario, where he remained for ten years. While working for the company, treating both European and indigenous employees, Rae became known for his prodigious stamina and skilled use of snowshoes. He learned to live off the land like a native and, working with the local craftsmen, designed his own snowshoes. This knowledge allowed him to travel great distances with little equipment and few followers, unlike many other explorers of the Victorian era. After a year spent learning surveying techniques, Rae spent the next nine years in Arctic exploration from 1845 to 1854, becoming one of the first Europeans to overwinter in the high Arctic. In the course of these he travelled 6555 miles on foot with or without snowshoes, 6700 miles by boat and surveyed 1765 miles of land previously unexplored5. His first and fourth expeditions were for the purpose of surveying; the second and third were undertaken in the search for the missing Franklin expedition; on the fourth, while surveying the Boothia peninsula, he learned from the Inuit of the fate of Franklin’s crew and also discovered the Northwest Passage. None of the Rae children chose to remain in Orkney. John’s siblings opted for Canada, his sister remaining in Stromness6 only until their mother died in 18557. John returned to Canada after he resigned from the Hudson Bay Company, marrying there in 1860, but eventually making his home in London, where he died in 1893. 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 Earl's Bu And Church On History Visit To Orkney Islands Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman walking wearing a Kilt and Sporran by The Earl's Bu and round church at Orphir on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the South West coast of the mainland Orkney Islands, Britain, United Kingdom. The church is Scotland's only surviving medieval circular church. This is one of Scotland's most significant Norse archaeological sites, famously serving as a 12th century power base and high status residence for the Viking Earls of Orkney. The church was built by Earl Haakon Paulsson around 1122 as an act of penance following his pilgrimage to Jerusalem, undertaken to atone for his role in murdering his cousin, Saint Magnus. The unusual circular design was explicitly modeled after the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Most of the church was unfortunately dismantled in 1757 to provide building stone for a nearby parish church, leaving only the semicircular apse visible today. Earl Haakon Paulsson was a powerful Norse ruler and Jarl meaning Earl of Orkney who famously ruled both jointly and independently during the early 12th century. He is most prominent in Norse-Scottish history as the man responsible for the execution of his cousin, Magnus Erlendsson, who was later canonised as St Magnus. 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 Torrin Waterfalls On History Visit To Island Of Skye Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman walking wearing a Kilt and Sporran after heavy rain by Torrin Waterfalls on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to on the Island of Skye, Britain, United Kingdom. The most distinct feature of the Torrin Waterfalls is their bed of ancient marble rock. As the Allt Aisridh burn tumbles down the glen, it flows over smooth stone, creating a unique staircase effect.. The waterfalls are set against the dramatic backdrop of the Black Cuillin mountain range. This proximity marks the area as part of Skye's complex volcanic and metamorphic history, where hot magma millions of years ago altered local limestone into the famous Skye marble. 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 Wednesday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K early Autumn Wednesday 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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Robin Bird On Autumn Wednesday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K early Autumn Wednesday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a much loved Robin bird spotted on a morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The Robin bird is a familiar visitor to my garden. There are tales stretching back to Norse mythology where the robin is the protector from storms and lightning. And in Celtic folklore the robin is known as the Oak King of Summer. The well known phrase, " When robins appear, loved ones are near ", alludes to the belief that the robin is a messenger. When robins are seen, some people take comfort that loved ones are at peace, and many believe that their lost loved ones are visiting them. 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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