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Dumbarton Castle With Music On History Visit To West Dunbartonshire Scotland
Tour Scotland 4K short travel video clip, with Scottish music, of Dumbarton Castle on ancestry, genealogy, family history visit overlooking the River Clyde in West Dunbartonshire, Britain, United Kingdom. This Scottish castle has the longest recorded history of any stronghold in Great Britain. It is located on a plug of volcanic basalt known as Dumbarton Rock. At least as far back as the Iron Age, this has been the site of a strategically important settlement. Its early residents were known to have traded with the Romans. The presence of a settlement is first recorded in a letter Saint Patrick wrote to King Ceretic of Alt Clut in the late 5th century. The name Dumbarton comes from the language of the Gaelic-speaking Scots, and means fortress of the Britons. The Britons themselves, another Celtic race, called the Rock Alclutha, meaning Rock on the Clyde. From the Dark Ages until the 12th century A.D., the Britons had a kingdom called Strathclyde. It stretched from Dumbarton in the north to Morecambe Bay in the south. Dumbarton was its capital. In the 12th century the Kingdom of Strathclyde was integrated into what we recognise now as Scotland, and the Castle soon became one of the Scottish royal fortresses like those at Stirling and Edinburgh. Because of this new status, the Castle played its part in some of the momentous events of Scottish history. In the late 13th and early 14th centuries, the Castle features during the period when Scotland was trying to free itself from the overlordship of King Edward I of England. Edward appointed Sir John Menteith as his Governor at the Castle, and Menteith had William Wallace incarcerated there in 1305 before his transfer to London for trial and execution. Not until the death of Edward did Menteith accept Robert the Bruce as the rightful King of Scotland. He then surrendered the Castle to Bruce. During the period of Mary Queen of Scots in the 16th century, the Castle passed between the factions supporting the English and those allied to the French. Mary herself was taken here as a child for her own safety, and sailed from the Castle to France, where she was betrothed to the French Dauphin. The Earl of Fleming continued to hold the Castle for the Scottish/French alliance, but finally, after a daring assault on the north-eastern flank, Thomas Crawford of Jordanhill and his men successfully took over control. Fleming escaped to France. In the centuries that followed, Dumbarton Castle no longer had the strategic significance of former times. It became dilapidated, and in the 1640s surrendered to Oliver Cromwell without a struggle. In the 19th century, the Castle was used as an army barracks, and later had a close connection with the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. Queen Victoria made an official visit in 1847, King George VI in 1937, and the young Queen Elizabeth with the Duke of Edinburgh in 1954. The Castle was occupied by the army in both World Wars,
HELENSBURGH Town, Scotland
HELENSBURGH
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A handsome Victorian holiday resort on the River Clyde, west of Glasgow.
The graceful holiday town of Helensburgh was named after the wife of Sir James Colquhoun, who founded the town at the end of the 18th century. Handsome buildings, wide elegant tree-lined streets, long promenade and attractive parks and gardens create a pleasantly distinguished atmosphere.
The town is easy to get to and less than an hour from Glasgow by road and train, and also lies on the West Highland Railway Line.
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Balloch 🏴
Balloch is an enchanting village on the south-west shores of Loch Lomond and easily accessible from Glasgow.
Balloch is often referred to as the gateway to the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. It has excellent road and rail links from Glasgow which make it a popular place to visit for a day trip or longer break and a good place to start exploring the National Park.
Loch Lomond Shores is a wonderful place to visit, offering a wide range of indoor, outdoor and water-based activities alongside fantastic shopping and dining for all the family. Have a thrilling day out at Treezone, an aerial adventure course, or watch a variety of magnificent species at the Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre. The restored paddle steamer, the Maid of the Loch, is in residence here, moored at Balloch Pier.
Balfron & Killearn, Stirling - Discover Scotland
Balfron was once known as 'town of sorrow' as long ago all the children are said to have been eaten by wolves.
Kilearn is a wealthy enclave on the outskirts of Glasgow, but still retains it's village atmosphere.
It has been ranked as in the top 100 places for millionaires to reside.
An obelisk to George Buchanan who was born here in 1506 and was the tutor of James 6th of Scotland / 1st of England.
Cardross 🏴
The beautiful historic village of Cardross is located on the north side of the Firth of Clyde to the west of Glasgow.
The settlement of Cardross developed around a 17th century church. Today no remains of the original church can be found but the Graveyard is still in use and contains several 17th century gravestones.
Historically interesting features of the village include the ruins of Cardross Castle, which was built in 1329. It is believed King Robert the Bruce died in this medieval royal residence from leprosy.
Built in 1966 as a Catholic College but closed in 1980, St Peter’s Seminary is one of Scotland’s most important buildings from the 20th century.
Cardross Golf Course is an undulating parkland course with spectacular views over the River Clyde. There are also a number of beautiful walled gardens such as those found at Geilston House and Ardardan Estate.
I took the Train to Balloch. It was Definitely an Interesting Experience!
Hello all and thanks for clicking on this channel once more!
Some of you may know, I've spent quite a bit of time in Scotland recently and this latest video is a quick summary of one of the trips I took from Glasgow up to Balloch on the shores of Loch Lomond.
It was certainly a trip to remember, whether that was for the right or wrong reasons, well, I'll leave you to decide on that one!
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[4K] London Wall Night Walk | Moorgate to Fenchurch
In this video we take a walk down the street named London Wall, starting at Moorgate and finishing at Fenchurch
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0:29 London Wall
10:39 Bevis Marks
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The River Leven West Dunbartonshire
A brief history of the River Leven on the West coast of Scotland
Alexandria 🏴
Alexandria (Scots: The Vale, Scottish Gaelic: Alexandria is a town in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. The town is on the River Leven, three miles (five kilometres) north of Dumbarton and 15 mi (24 km) north-west of Glasgow.
he town's traditional industries, most importantly cotton manufacturing, bleaching and printing, have been phased out. In the 1970s Alexandria was redeveloped, with a new town centre layout and traffic system. Local landmarks include Christie Park and the Category B listed Smollett Fountain in the town centre. Lomond Galleries on North Main Street is a former car factory with an impressive dome and an even more impressive marble entrance hall and staircase. It was originally built in 1906 as the Argyll Motor Works, for Argyll Motors Ltd. A carving above the entrance shows one of the company's cars. After the car production ceased in 1914, it was used by the Admiralty for the manufacture of torpedoes, which were test-fired in Loch Long, and in the early 1970s was the scene of the Plessey sit-in The building now hosts a shopping mall but has retained many of its striking architectural features.
Major employers in the area were Westclox and Polaroid, both based in the Leven Industrial Estate; Aggreko based a major purpose-built factory in the estate from 2000–2010. The Ballantine's whisky distillery continues to operate in the estate.
🏰 Scotland: Helensburgh, 4k Drive, Spring
🌺Join us on a 4K journey through the charming town of Helensburgh, Scotland, during the vibrant spring season!
🌷🌳 Get ready to be captivated by the colorful blossoms, lush greenery, and picturesque scenery in this relaxing drive. 🌈🛣️
📍 Helensburgh, nestled on the shores of the River Clyde, offers stunning views, historic architecture, and a rich cultural heritage. 🏰⚓ Discover the quaint streets, local shops, and friendly locals as we explore this Scottish gem. 🏘️🏞️
🌼🌻 In this video, we'll take you through the heart of Helensburgh and show you the best that this coastal town has to offer during the glorious springtime. 🌹🌱 So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the virtual tour of this enchanting destination! 🎥🎞️
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The Tullie Inn Balloch
The Tullie Inn Balloch .I had the pleasure of being at the Grand opening.
Here`s my video from the big night.
Old Photographs Balfron Scotland
Tour Scotland wee video of old photographs of Balfron village in Stirlingshire. The village is located It is situated near Endrick Water on the A875 road, 18 miles west of Stirling and 16 miles north of Glasgow. Although a rural settlement, it lies within commuting distance of Glasgow, and serves as a dormitory village. The name means village of mourning in Gaelic. This originates from a legend that the village was attacked by wolves, which stole children out of their homes. In 1789, when Robert Dunmore built Ballindalloch Cotton Works he expanded the settlement from a hamlet of around 50 people to a bustling Industrial Revolution planned village with a population of almost 1,000 within a year. As the cotton boom began to fail, the arrival of the Forth and Clyde Junction Railway transformed Balfron into a popular holiday resort. The station closed in 1951. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day.
Helensburgh - why three stations?
The North British Railway wanted to develop Helensburgh as a Clyde port. This film explores that, as well as the West Highland Line.
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Old Photographs Renton West Dunbartonshire Scotland
Tour Scotland wee video of old photographs of Renton, Scottish Gaelic: An Reantan a village in West Dunbartonshire, in the west Central Lowlands. Renton takes its name from Cecilia Renton, daughter in law of Tobias Smollett, after whom the village was named in 1762. Dalquhurn Bleachworks in 1715 and Cordale Printworks in 1770 were responsible for attracting new industrial workers. James Harrison was born in Renton in 1815 and emigrated to Australia in 1837. After several newspaper jobs, Harrison became the first editor and owner of the Geelong Advertiser in Victoria. In 1852 he set about installing what is generally accepted as the world's first refrigerated compressor. It is located on the main road between Alexandria and Dumbarton. Renton railway station is on the line from Glasgow to Balloch. It has a footbridge across the River Leven.
NORTH COAST 500 VLOG ◆ A Muddy Day Exploring Wick & Caithness ◆ Scotland NC500 Road Trip [DAY 3]
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In today's vlog, we're sharing the next day in our NC500 Scotland road trip series!
In this UK travel vlog filmed during our time traversing Great Britain, we explored some of the gorgeous outdoor sites around the Caithness region of Scotland near Wick.
What a stunning landscape!!!
We saw the Neolithic-era Ragnog Broch and Achavanich Stone Circle while traipsing through the rain and mud. Then, we made our way to the Grey Cairns of Camster to scope out the ancient burial mounds and meet an adorable flock of sheep.
Plus, our final stop was the breathtaking seaside castle ruin of Castle Sinclair Girnigoe near the Noss Head lighthouse!
Hope you enjoy tagging along on our adventures in this video!
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00:00 Introduction
01:31 Rangog Broch
03:36 Achavanich Standing Stones
09:06 Driving & Ham Sandwiches
09:39 Grey Cairns of Campster
15:42 Noss Head
18:34 Castle Sinclair Girnigoe
24:47 Thanks & Outro
25:07 Bloopers
Helensburgh, Scotland
Helensburgh, Scotland
Helensburgh is a picturesque town located in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It offers a charming coastal setting and access to beautiful natural landscapes. Here are some of the attractions and activities you can enjoy in and around Helensburgh:
1. Hill House: Architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Hill House is an iconic attraction.
2. Clyde Sea Lochs Trail: Helensburgh is situated on the shores of the Firth of Clyde, and you can explore the scenic coastline by walking or cycling along the Clyde Sea Lochs Trail. This trail offers stunning views of the water, hills, and surrounding countryside.
3. Helensburgh Beach: Helensburgh has a lovely beach where you can relax, have a picnic, or take a leisurely stroll along the promenade. It's a great place to enjoy the sea breeze and views of the Clyde Estuary.
4. Glenarn Gardens: Another notable garden near Helensburgh is Glenarn Gardens, known for its extensive collection of rhododendrons and other plants. Spot for plant enthusiasts.
5. Hermitage Park: A pleasant green space for picnics and leisurely walks. A great place for families to visit.
6. Rhu Marina: If you're interested in sailing or simply enjoy watching boats, Rhu Marina is worth a visit. It's one of the most popular marinas on the west coast of Scotland.
7. Golf: Helensburgh Golf Club offers a scenic course with views of the Clyde Estuary. It's a great place for golf enthusiasts to enjoy a round.
Local Cafes and Restaurants: Helensburgh has several charming cafes, restaurants, and pubs where you can savor traditional Scottish cuisine and enjoy a relaxing meal.
Helensburgh's natural beauty, historic sites, and coastal charm make it a pleasant destination for a day trip or a peaceful getaway.
Driving in Scotland / Alexandria to Clydebank / No music or talking
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Spring Road Trip Drive From Culross To Visit Torryburn Fife Scotland
Tour Scotland Spring travel video of an April road trip drive, with Scottish bagpipes and drums music, from Culross through Low Valleyfield and Newmills on visit to the village of Torryburn on the North Shore of the Firth of Forth in Fife. Lilias Adie, born 1640, died 1704, was a Scottish woman who lived in the coastal village of Torryburn. She was accused of practising witchcraft and fornicating with the devil but died in prison before sentence could be passed. Her grave is the only known one in Scotland of an accused witch, most were burned. Lilias Adie's first name also appears as Lilly, and her last name was also recorded as Addie and Eddie. Illness among local residents created a brief but intense period of witch hunting in the Fife area. A woman named Jean Bizet had accused Adie of witchcraft, proclaiming beware lest Lilias Adie come upon you and your child. This resulted in the arrest of Adie, who was likely upwards of 60 at the time. Adie was taken to the local minister, Reverend Allan Logan, to answer to the crime of witchcraft. For over a month she was imprisoned and subjected to day after day of rough interrogation before she finally confessed. No commission for a witchcraft trial was ever issued and no trial was held. Lilias Adie died before her investigation was concluded. The ordeal she endured proved too much after over a month of prolonged torturous interrogations, involving sleep deprivation.
Culross is acknowledged as one of the most picturesque villages in Scotland, hence why it is so often used as a film and television location, including for hit US TV series, Outlander.
The surname Adie was first found in the county of Berwickshire, Scotland. Spelling variations of this family name include: Ade, Addie, Addy, Addey, Eadie, Eddie, Edie, Edey, Aidie, Aidy, Aiddye, Adie and many more.
John Adie arrived in South Carolina, America, in 1680; James Adie landed in New York, America, in 1829
Coronavirus travel restrictions have now been eased in Scotland, it is now possible to travel out of your local area for non essential reasons.