Monumental inscriptions family history national library. Virtually between the two, though actually part of easter aberdour, lies aberdour castle. It seems likely that parts of st fillans church dates back to at least 1123, possibly even predating neighbouring aberdour castle with which its history is so closely entwined. St fillans church, aberdour, feature page on undiscovered. Epitaphs and inscriptions from burial grounds in the northeast of scotland. To learn more about how to use these records to search for your ancestors, go to the scotland. Information resources community information and quick reference material. The earl of morton took up residence in 1456 and the earls stayed in residence until 1790. Informal page providing updates on planning proposals in aberdour, which may be of interest to the community.
Situated in the heart of sydenham, close to the station, kirkdale bookshop is a combination of awardwinning bookshop and cultural hub. Buy the kirkyard of aberdour, aberdeenshire by sheila m. Photocopy of index kept with printed copy of this bibliography in srr. Aberdeen and northeast scotland family history society. This is a guide to the history and major genealogical records of scotland as they pertain to the parish of aberdour. Aberdour castle was built in the 1100s and went on to serve generations of three noble families including a regent of scotland. A fascinating, 12thcentury castle which was granted by robert the bruce to his friend and nephew, thomas randolph, earl of moray. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in aberdour, fife on tripadvisor. The kirkyard of aberdour in aberdeen has been indexed by the northeast scotland. We have an extensive collection of new and secondhand books for all age groups and interests.
Peathill kirkyard stone 159 erected by john dick in memory of his wife annie jamieson rennie d. The kirkyard of durris paperback january 1, 1996 by sheila m. The complete guide to visiting greyfriars kirk and kirkyard. Memorial inscriptions and uncommemorated burials 18151900 from irongray hearse society records kirkcudbrightshire. Aberdour, aberdeenshire, scotland genealogy genealogy. Diy projects and ideas for makers davening living with your engineer. The north wall of todays church and much of the chancel are. Well furnished and a great range of utensilscrockery everything you need. The site where the kirkyard and kirk now sits was originally a franciscan friary, however, due to the smell of the dead in edinburghs cramped old town it was agreed that a new location was needed to bury them. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Aberdour community council represents everyone who lives within the former parish of aberdour.
Full text of a history of the society of writers to her. Features include a gallery, a fine painted ceiling, a delightful walled garden with a beehiveshaped dovecote, and st. The 10 best things to do in aberdour 2020 with photos. Secrets of historic kirk graveyard revealed the church of scotland. It was built in the early 19th century to replace the old church a short distance. Kirkyard of aberdour aberdeenshire, aberdeenshire, aberdour, r 941. Dec 09, 2009 the kirkyard of aberdour, aberdeenshire by sheila m. Aberdour cemetery, aberdour, fife, scotland, united kingdom. Many of the books listed below record only pre1855 inscriptions. Scottish memorial transcription books held by the history and genealogy department up scottish memorial transcription. A local village bakery mixing traditional and artisan products. Publications by other family history societies archives family. The kirkyard of aberdour, aberdeenshire september 1987.
Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. A new book based on 15 years of painstaking research will reveal the secrets of. Aberdour castle and gardens historic environment scotland hes. New aberdour old kirkyard in new aberdour, aberdeenshire. Its walls are built from ashlar squarecut stone and look remarkably like those of the nearby st fillans parish church, which dates to the mid1100s. New aberdour old kirkyard, created by cierragunn, new aberdour, aberdeenshire, scotland, united kingdom take billiongraves with you wherever you go. Dunfermline to aberdour 5 ways to travel via train, bus. Thereafter the buildings had been used for several different purposes. Grey granite has made several visits to st drostans kirkyard and the shore. New aberdour old kirkyard, new aberdour, aberdeenshire. For much of history aberdour was two villages, wester aberdour and easter aberdour, one either side of the dour burn. Spiers, 9780947659011, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Aberdour parish records genealogy and family history in.
A wide range of books to suit all ages with dedicated childrens section. Aberdour cemetery, created by samueltaylorgeer, aberdour, fife, scotland, united kingdom take billiongraves with you wherever you go. Monumental and gravestone inscriptions updated 4th dec 2018. Full text of aberdeenshire epitaphs and inscriptions. It is on the north shore of the firth of forth, looking south to the island of inchcolm and its abbey, and to leith and edinburgh beyond. There are 5 ways to get from dunfermline to aberdour by bus, train, taxi, car or towncar. Owner was very helpful especially shortbread on arrival very welcome after along journey.
Built by the douglas family, the th century fortified residence was extended in the 16th and 17th centuries. The original church comprised just the nave and chancel. Scottish memorial transcription books by locality st. Aberlour parish church is located in the centre of the planned village on the north side of the large village square. Established churchkirk session records edit edit source. Hidden in the complex are the remains of a twostorey hallhouse, which may date to the early to mid1100s. Skull and crossbones on a monument in greyfriars kirkyard. Includes a census, a family history record book and several monumental inscription booklets. The douglas family left their mark, raising the height of the hallhouse to make aberdour into a more typical tower house castle and adding further ranges of buildings. Popularity the kirkyard of durris 01mar1996 by sheila m. The kirkyard of aberdour, aberdeenshire by sheila m. Scotland family history society edition, paperback.
Also being able to open the balcony door on sunny mornings was a real bonus even if it is cool outside its a real sun trap. Aberdour, 16th october 1832 interalia it was stated that jane galloway is in the habit of lodging peddlars and vagrants, it was recommended to the kirk session to withdraw from the said jane galloway the one shilling of weekily payment allowed to her as a weekly pensioner signed p. The kirkyard of aberdour, aberdeenshire open library. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in. St drostans kirkyard, new aberdour walking the rainbow trail. Download one of the free kindle apps to start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, and computer.
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