#banchory

[thesilicontribesman]

Bronze Age Cist, Banchory Museum, Scotland

Archaeological evidence shows activity of people on the banks of the River Dee since Lower Upper Palaeolithic times. This is more than 14,500 years ago, when Britain was still connected to the rest of Europe and the ice was starting to retreat.

This suggests Banchory is one of the oldest known settlements in Scotland. The name Banchory derives from an early Christian settlement founded by St Ternan.

Around 3900 BCE, two of the largest and earliest known Neolithic timber halls in Europe were built on both sides of the River Dee at Crathes and Balbridie. The area features large numbers of ancient monuments.

[scotianostra]

October 28th 1562 saw The Battle of Corrichie.

The little known Battle of Corrichie, or Corrichy, was a Scottish clan battle fought at Meikle Tap on the eastern slope of the Hill of Fare, not far from Banchory.

It was fought between James Stewart (the Regent Murray, and half-brother of the Queen) and the Earl of Huntly. Huntly was defeated and slain, and his son, Sir John Gordon, who was taken prisoner, was afterwards executed at Aberdeen.

Mary Queen of Scots, it is said, was a spectator both of the Battle and of the Executions.

The Earl’s army, which had diminished in size, due to many factors, was easily defeated. Huntly was found dead on the field, reportedly smothered in his armour being gross, corpulent, and short of breath. His son Sir John Gordon, who was also captured was executed the following day. As a result of Donald’s loyalty to the Royal cause in this victory, the Cameron lands which had been forfeited with those of Huntly (who was Donald’s superior) were restored.

A roughly cut granite menhir (upright stone) with an inscription cut in relief. The Gaelic inscription reads: “Cuimhnichibh La Coire Fraoichidh” or “Remember the day of Corrichie” was erected in 1951. The Battlefield is now mainly covered by commercial forest.

[yvieliny]

Chapter 1 (?)

Ten year old Harry Potter was running back home one summer Sunday afternoon , after visiting his best mate Ron and playing a long game of quidditch before tomorrows quidditch world semi final where Regulus Black his favorite player would play

You see ever since Ron showed quidditch to Harry he has always had a fascination with the French Banchory seeker, Harry doesn’t know if it is because of his fantastic flying skills or what but he feels drawn to the player

Even tho Harry comes from a wizard family, quidditch wasn’t allowed in their household the even mention of the gam le had his father in a sour mood. His uncle Padfoot once told him that his father was a great player in his hogwarts days, and his uncle Moony once tried to gift Harry a shirt of the chudley cannons which his father immediately transfigured it into cups

His mothers on the other hand didn’t mind the sport at all. His mum Lily gave him his first broom over the summer break and allowed him to use it in her home, while his mother Mary gave him some Banchory jumpers that he only uses with them of course he wouldn’t want his dad to have a fit

This Summer he was supposed to stay with his mothers so he could watch the game but they had to go to Scotland to meet some friends and his dad didn’t allowed him to go, so Harry was stuck lying to his father about studying with Ron just so he could see the quidditch World Cup

He could have gone to his godfathers home to see the game but they also had to go to Scotland, but uncle Moony promised to bring Harry a surprise so he wasn’t as upset

As Harry arrived home he saw his father in the lawn with a telescope, his father always loved looking at the stars and he showed Harry every constellation there is. His uncle padfoot would laugh every time he saw his dad looking at the Leo constellation and told him he should just man up. Which always left poor Harry so confuse but knew that if he asked his father would get teary eyed and he didn’t like seeing his dad upset

James saw Harry and instantly smiled giving him a tight hug and a kiss on his head

“How did it go with Ron, Bambi?”

“We learned today about some potions, Percy helped us with the mixing” Harry knew it was a lie, he hated potions to begin with. But he would not confess all they did was play quidditch, and that Harry won every round and has caught the snitch a variety of times

James smiled however and ruffled Harry’s hair

“You are as smart as your mothers, you know your mum was great at potions. I bet that’s were you get it from”

Harry sucked at potions.

“Y-yeah of course, what are you doing out dad?” Harry smiled and quickly changed the subject

“Oh…Leo is out today or em it was…it seemed to fade away..” James sighed “…again”

Harry hugged his dad and smiled up at him

“That is okay you can always see it tomorrow”

James smiled and lifted Harry into his arms

“You are correct bambi, now how about you wash up and I will get supper going. I am thinking maybe curry shrimps tonight?”

“YESSSS”

James places Harry down when they entered the house and he immediately went towards the kitchen

Harry on the other hand went upstairs to bathe, but he saw the attic door open. Which always was closed and he was forbidden from entering

But Harry was curious child and he wouldn’t let this opportunity pass

So he quickly went in and there he saw a huge box opened with dozens of letters and pictures, as he got closer he noticed that in those pictures there were his mothers and beside them there was his father with his arm wrapped around someone that someone had grey eyes and black hair, he had a hand on his dads cheek and as Harry analyzed the picture better he noticed that the person beside his father was….Regulus Black

Harry gasped and quickly rubbed his eyes to make sure he was seeing clearly there was no way his dad that hates quidditch knew the quidditch god himself

He turned to look at the letters in the box and quickly grabbed one, they were in cursive writing. And well Harry couldn’t read cursive….but Ron could do he knew that he needed to show Ron this

Harry only understood that the letter was addressed to Regulus Black by his father…which meant that all this letters were never sent

Harry quickly grabbed some and hid them under his mattress, before going to shower but he couldn’t stop thinking about it and he couldn’t stop feeling anxious

[mightywellfan]

Crathes Castle, near Banchory, Aberdeenshire

The Burnett family, who lived in the castle for over 350 years, had roots in the area dating back to 1323 when Robert the Bruce granted them nearby land. Alexander Burnett built the castle in the 16th century, an intricate maze of turrets, towers, oak panels and painted ceilings, many of which survive beautifully to this day.

In 1951 the castle was given to the National Trust for Scotland by the 13th Baronet of Leys, Sir James Burnett.

[ghostlytales]

Ghost caught on camera at Drum Castle. A 'strange mist', believed to be a ghost, was caught on the castle's webcam

The spooky image was recorded on the motion-activated webcam at Drum Castle, Aberdeenshire.

The National Trust for Scotland’s wildlife team set up cameras in the castle’s stables as part of a project to observe a nesting family of swallows this summer.

But when checking the pictures captured overnight they discovered the mysterious image, described as a “strange mist”.

Since the webcam is motion-activated, something with a physical presence must have triggered the camera to take the picture but staff are certain the mist was not caused by a swallow or an insect.

Dr Alison Burke, the National Trust for Scotland’s Property Manager at Drum Castle said: “Everyone tells me that Drum Castle is a haunted place and that there are strange happenings here.

“I have always been highly sceptical but there have been too many inexplicable events that cannot be ignored.

“I have to admit, when I checked the camera and found this image a cold shiver ran down my spine.”

The creepy photo is the latest in a line of spooky goings on at the castle, near Banchory.

The old stables where the mysterious mist was captured are regarded by staff and volunteers as having a fairly odd atmosphere.

At the stables and in the adjacent garden that people have reported hearing two women laughing together despite no-one being present.

Other strange occurrences include sightings of a female figure believed to be Anna Forbes, wife of the 20th laird. Heavy footsteps have also been heard in the stone-floored corridor.

In the castle’s Chintz Bedroom, which is said to be very cold, linen and items in the dresser have been moved when no-one had access to the room.

William de Irwyn was gifted the Royal Forest of Drum and the Tower of Drum by King Robert the Bruce in 1323, making it one of Scotland’s oldest tower houses.

The tower has had various improvements over the centuries, including a Jacobean mansion house extension in 1619 built by Alexander Irvine and his wife Marion Douglas.

But the Irvine family hit financial trouble later in the 17th century, leading to much of the estate -- except the castle and surrounding land -- being lost.

They family found were the losing side in both the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite uprisings.

Mary Irvine hid her brother, the 17th laird, in a secret chamber at Drum to save him from capture by the Redcoats after Culloden.

By the 19th century the family’s fortunes were on the up and they made various alterations to the castle, including the 1876 extension which added corridors and an entrance hall to the castle, designed by the architect David Bryce and built by his nephew.

The castle, garden and estate has been in the care of the National Trust for Scotland since 1976.

[nocturna7]

Crathes castle, Banchory, Scotland.

[foxesandfairlies]

Making the most of the autumnal conditions on a late August weekend. Riding some of the trails at Ballater and Aboyne and canoeing down the Dee from Ballater to Banchory. The river was just deep enough with plenty of small rapids to keep things exciting.

[yourapple56-blog]

Another busy day!

A family friend and his uncle is checking out my sister's car which was originally my mom's.

My nephew spent the night and I baked him some Banchory muffins, which he enjoyed (he should have, as they are to die for)!

And I tried to reach my internist but only got her answering service that is the worse service on the planet!

So, it's another bye for now until tomorrow.

Good Night :D

[sheltiehistory]

ch pilidove benevolent anthony (banchory high born ex philidove carmylie in a mist) born 1972, usa.

[thesilicontribesman]

Mesolithic, Neolithic and Bronze Age Micro Flints, Banchory Museum, Scotland

[scotianostra]

James Scott Skinner, widely regarded as one of the most influential fiddlers in Scottish traditional music, was born on August 5th 1843.

Born at Arbeadie Village in the Parish of Banchory his father was a Dance Master and James and his brothers were all very musical. He composed many tunes which are still being played today. Skinner was also a close friend of yesterday's subject Harry Lauder, who was chief mourner at Scott Skinner's funeral in 1927.

James was taught cello and fiddle by his older brother Sandy, and later by his mentor Peter Milne, himself considered one of the greatest musicians on the era. In 1855 he joined Dr Mark's 'Little Men' - a children's orchestra - and travelled the theatres with them for six years.

By 1870 Skinner was married and conducting business as a dancing master and solo fiddler, his reputation as the latter growing year by year until 1890s when he was touring the United States. Skinner was a prolific composer, some 600 tunes being known.

Some of his recorded output is available on CD, but it doesn't fall easily on our modern ears; Skinner's style was of its time and is difficult to penetrate today., however there is one of his tunes that is often played, not only played on the Fiddle but on Bagpipes quite often, Hector the Hero., performed below by Jenna Reid, and the great Aly Bain.

You can also read more about Skinner here http://www.visitbanchory.com/heritage/james-scott-skinner/

[windwatch]

Hill of Fare wind farm opponents launch NaeFare campaign #SCT

A community group fighting plans for the UK’s tallest wind farm on Royal Deeside has launched a new campaign, NaeFare, to help its cause. The 16-turbine development is proposed for Hill of Fare near Banchory. Nearly three-quarters (71%) of people who took part in a public consultation last year were either against the project or undecided. Developer RES subsequently changed its plans – scaling the proposed development back from 17 towering turbines up to 820ft tall to 16 machines of . . . https://www.wind-watch.org/news/2023/12/18/hill-of-fare-wind-farm-opponents-launch-naefare-campaign/

[blogynews]

"Unfathomable Twist: UK Ambulance Worker Experiences Cardiac Arrest On Duty. Brace Yourself for the Astonishing Outcome!"

In a heartwarming incident that took place in July, an ambulance worker in the United Kingdom was saved by his patient and a nurse after suffering a cardiac arrest while on duty. Shaun McBride, according to the BBC, was preparing to transport 72-year-old Tommy Stewart from Glen O’Dee Hospital in Banchory to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary when he suddenly collapsed. Fortunately, despite being an amputee…

[blogynewz]

"Unfathomable Twist: UK Ambulance Worker Experiences Cardiac Arrest On Duty. Brace Yourself for the Astonishing Outcome!"

In a heartwarming incident that took place in July, an ambulance worker in the United Kingdom was saved by his patient and a nurse after suffering a cardiac arrest while on duty. Shaun McBride, according to the BBC, was preparing to transport 72-year-old Tommy Stewart from Glen O’Dee Hospital in Banchory to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary when he suddenly collapsed. Fortunately, despite being an amputee…

[blogynewsz]

"Unfathomable Twist: UK Ambulance Worker Experiences Cardiac Arrest On Duty. Brace Yourself for the Astonishing Outcome!"

In a heartwarming incident that took place in July, an ambulance worker in the United Kingdom was saved by his patient and a nurse after suffering a cardiac arrest while on duty. Shaun McBride, according to the BBC, was preparing to transport 72-year-old Tommy Stewart from Glen O’Dee Hospital in Banchory to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary when he suddenly collapsed. Fortunately, despite being an amputee…

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