OS1/20/158/98
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CASTLE HILL | Castle Hill | n. s James Caig (late Teacher at the Townhead school) Laurel Cottage via Kirkcudbright n ___ McCartny Farmer Drummore via Kirkcudbright |
054 | This hill is situated on the farm of Drummore, part of which is now in a state of cultivation, and part in pasture. It is about 70 chains East of Kirkcubright Bay, and commands a most extensive view both of land and sea and is said to take the name from a place of strength which is on its East side. -- |
| CASTLE HILL PLANTATION | Castle Hill Plantation | n. s James Caig (late Teacher at the Townhead school) Laurel Cottage via Kirkcudbright n ___ McCartny Farmer Drummore via Kirkcudbright |
054 | A considerable tract of wood, consisting of Oak, Ash & firs, is situated on the S. [South] and west side of Castle Hill (hence the name) and is the property of the Earl of Selkirk.- |
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[Page] 98Plan 54 B
List of Names collected by C. Asst. [Civilian Assistant] Thomas Jordan March 1849 1st Examiner
Trace 2
Parish of Kirkcudbright
Object
Castle Hill - A hill
Castle Hill Plantation - A plantation
[Signed] Thomas Jordan
C. Asst. [Civilian Assistant]
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