Autumn Road Trip Drive With Bagpipes Music on History Visit Aberuthven Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K early Autumn travel video of a road drive, with Scottish bagpipes music, West on the A9 road then onto the A824 route on ancestry, genealogy, history visit to Aberuthven, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The name Aberuthven comes from the old Gaelic spelling of eabar Ruthven, the marshy plain of the river Ruthven ’. The village was historically known as Smiddyhaugh, emerging around a blacksmith's forge by the bridge over the Ruthven Water. During the 18th and 19th centuries, it thrived as a hub for cattle fairs and cotton weaving. The village was built on safe higher ground. The line of the river kept changing, until the land was drained for farming. James Graham 1st Marquis of Montrose, born 1612 died -1650, was Scotland’s great cavalier poet and military leader. He lived in nearby Kincardine Castle. He was a Church elder and had his horses shod and swords sharpened in Aberuthven. farmingIn 1715, the Protestant and Catholic factions of the Stuart royal family fought an indecisive battle at Sheriffmuir. The Jacobites, supporters of Catholic Prince James. then looted and set fire to Aberuthven and surrounding villages. Until the 19th century Aberuthven was named Smiddyhaugh, a blacksmith forge by the bridge over the Ruthven. In days gone by the village was known for its cattle fairs and filled with hand loom weavers working away in their cottages. The A9 is a major road running from the Falkirk council area in central Scotland to Scrabster Harbour, Thurso in the far north, via Stirling, Bridge of Allan, Perth and Inverness in the Highlands. At 273 miles it is the longest road in Scotland and the fifth longest A road in the United Kingdom. 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 Hamilton Castle On History Visit To East Lothian Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking by a Hamilton Castle on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to East Lothian, Britain, United Kingdom. Located south east of Dunbar, the castle served as a crucial strategic border stronghold that guarded the main southern approach into Scotland. The original castle was constructed in the mid 1300s by the Stewart family. In 1398, ownership passed to the Hamilton family, who would remain the primary keepers of the barony for centuries, continuously extending and expanding the tower house into a larger courtyard castle. In 1403 the English knight Henry ' Hotspur ' Percy and the Scottish rebel Archibald, 4th Earl of Douglas, besieged the castle. When a massive Scottish army led by the Duke of Albany marched to relieve the castle Percy and Douglas had already slipped away to the south-west to instigate an open rebellion against King Henry IV. In 1406 Siege the Duke of Albany returned, this time deploying siege engines to successfully expel the occupying forces of the Earl of Northumberland. The castle met its ultimate downfall during the bloody conflict known as the Rough Wooing. In September 1547, English forces led by Edward Seymour, 1st Duke of Somerset, surrounded the area. A detachment of English musketeers surrounded the castle, picked off the defenders along the walls, burned down the main gate, and breached the basement to set the structure on fire. The final surviving Scottish defender threw himself to his death from the battlements rather than surrender. Though the Scots briefly reoccupied and partially patched the stronghold a year later, it never fully recovered. It was complete enough to serve as a base to disrupt Oliver Cromwell's lines of communication during the 1650s, but the property was eventually sold to the Nisbet family in 1633. Clan Hamilton, also known as the House of Hamilton, is one of the most prominent and historically powerful Scottish clans of the Lowlands. For over seven centuries, they played a defining role in Scotland’s political, royal, and industrial history, rising from Norman knights to become the premier peers of Scotland. 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 Tianna Waterfall On History Visit To Ayrshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and sporran and walking by Tianna Waterfall on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to North Ayrshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The falls are located in the Kersland Glen, on the Powgree Burn, near the village of Longbar and the town of Kilbirnie. It is located in the Kersland Glen. Area is notable for its connection to early industrial history. Its history is linked to the Powgree Burn and the ruins of the Kersland Lint Mill, which was used for flax processing in the nineteenth century and operated alongside a nearby saw mill and flour mill that used water power. The falls area is also associated with the history of the Covenanters, a Scottish Presbyterian movement during the 17th century. 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 Blackness Castle On History Visit To Firth Of Forth Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking by Blackness Castle on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the coast of the Firth of Forth, Britain, United Kingdom. It was used as the setting for Black Jack Randall's Fort William headquarters in the Outlander series, where Jamie had received lashes from Captain Randall. It is also where Jamie’s father died, having to endure watching his son being punished. Later, in the season 1 mid-season finale, Jamie breaks into the castle, rescuing Claire from the hands of Black Jack, jumping into the water below. The castle was built, probably on the site of an earlier fort, by Sir George Crichton in the 1440. Sir George Crichton handed over the Crichton lands, including Blackness Castle, to King James II in 1453. During the Marian civil war which followed the forced abdication of Mary, Queen of Scots in 1567, the garrison of Blackness remained loyal to her. However, the Keeper, Alexander Stewart, later changed sides to join the Regent Moray's party. In 1572, Lord Claud Hamilton recaptured the castle for Mary, harrying shipping in the Forth until the following year, despite being blockaded. On 27 January 1573, James Kirkcaldy, the brother of William Kirkcaldy of Grange who held Edinburgh Castle for Queen Mary, arrived at Blackness from France with arms and money for the Queen's side. His ship was captured the next day and Regent Morton laid siege. James Kirkcaldy and the castle surrendered within a week. The castle's defences were not tested again until 1650, when Oliver Cromwell's New Model Army besieged Blackness during his invasion of Scotland. Because of its site, jutting into the Forth, and its long, narrow shape, the castle has been characterised as " the ship that never sailed ". The north and south towers are often named " stem " and " stern ", with the central tower called the "main mast. " The Crichton surname name is of Scottish and English origin and is locational from a place so called near Utloxeter in Staffordshire, England, and Crichton near Edinburgh in Scotland. The place name in Scotland is derived from the Gaelic " crioch ", meaning a border or boundary. The first recorded spelling of the family name is shown to be that of Turstan de Crectune, witness of King David's Charter, which was dated around 1128 in Edinburgh, Scotland, during the reign of King David 1, of Scotland. Clan Crichton is a Lowland Scottish clan. In 1464 Sir Robert Crichton of Sanquhar was sheriff of the county of Dumfries. From 1468 to 1469 he was also Coroner of Nithsdale. In 1487 his eldest son, Robert Crichton, was created a peer with the title Lord Crichton of Sanquhar by King James III of Scotland. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. The distance from Perth, Perthshire, to Blackness Castle is 40 miles; the distance from Glasgow to Blackness Castle is 39 miles; the distance from Edinburgh to Blackness Castle is 16 miles. 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 Squirrel On Autumn Friday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K early Autumn Friday 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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