Summer Road Trip Drive To Parish Church On History Visit To Dollar Clackmannanshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Summer travel video of a road trip drive, with Scottish music, on ancestry, genealogy, history visit to the parish church and graveyard in Dollar, Clackmannanshire, Britain, :United Kingdom. The medieval parish church is believed to have been on the site of the current graveyard potentially connected to the Abbey of Inchcolm. A church was built in 1774, but it was later replaced by the current building, designed by Sir William Tite, which dates back to 1842, replacing an 18th century church on the same site and features a slim, battlemented tower. Sir William Tite was born in the parish of St Bartholomew in London, England in February 1798. He was an English architect who twice served as President of the Royal Institute of British Architects. He was particularly associated with various London buildings, with railway stations and cemetery projects. He was the Member of Parliament for Bath from 1855 until his death on 20 April 1873. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Summer Road Trip Drive With Bagpipes Music On History Visit To Dollar Clackmannanshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K Summer travel video of a road trip drive West on the A91 route, with Scottish bagpipes music, on ancestry, genealogy, family history visit to Dollar, Clackmannanshire, Britain, United Kingdom. Scottish Gaelic: Dolair, was once a place of residence of Mary, Queen of Scots. Dollar is twinned with the French town of La Ville aux Dames, which lies just outside Tours in the Loire Valley. The poet Robert Burns visited Craufurd Tait in Dollar in 1787, staying on the Harviestoun estate. There he was inspired to write the song The Banks of Devon. The surname Dollar was first found in Clackmannanshire, Gaelic: Siorrachd Chlach Mhannainn, nicknamed the “wee county,” it is the smallest Council Area of Scotland, located in southeastern Scotland, where they held a family seat in the town of Dallar. The name was first recorded in Scotland in the 14th century when Matthew Dollar was recorded at an inquest in 1316 at Kirkcaldy in Fife. Robert Dollar was born in Scotland in 1844. He initially emigrated to Canada in 1858 with his father, and later moved to the United States where he established himself in the timber business in Michigan and California. He then entered the shipping industry, eventually founding the Dollar Steamship Company. Doll ar is known for his vision in developing trade with Asia, particularly for transporting American lumber across the Pacific. His company was a pioneer in this trade. Robert Dollar became a millionaire and one of the wealthiest men of his time. He is remembered as a self-made businessman who impacted both Scotland and the United States. Spelling variations of this family surname include: Dollar, Doller, Dolar, Doler, Dollare, Dollour and many more. Dollar is twinned with the French town of La Ville-aux-Dames, which lies just outside Tours in the Loire Valley. 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. The date for astronomical Summer in Scotland is Tuesday, 21 June, ending on Friday, 23 September All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Small Birds On Summer Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K Summer Friday wildlife nature camera travel video 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. The date for astronomical Summer in Scotland is Tuesday, 21 June, ending on Friday, 23 September. Meteorological Summer runs from 1 June to 31 August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Grey Squirrel On Summer Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K Summer Friday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a bushy tailed Grey Squirrel spotted eating black sunflower seeds by hanging upside down 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. The date for astronomical spring is Sunday 20th March, ending on Tuesday 21st June, while by the meteorological calendar, spring will start on Tuesday 1st March.. Meteorologically, summer in Scotland begins on June 1st and ends on August 31st All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Woodpecker Bird On Summer Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Summer Friday wildlife camera travel video clip, of the sight and sounds of a Woodpecker bird spotted drumming for food on morning visit and trip to my cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. Great spotted woodpeckers can be seen in woodlands, especially with mature broad leaved trees, although mature conifers will support them. They can also be found in parks and large gardens. They will come to peanut feeders and bird tables. Not found in the far North of Scotland. Only a handful of pairs nest in Ireland, but numbers are increasing. Common in England and Wales. 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. The date for astronomical Summer in Scotland is Tuesday, 21 June, ending on Friday, 23 September All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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