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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BANKEND | Bankend Bankend Bankend |
Map of Parish Robert Hunter Esqr. Hugh Wilson |
006 | A small farm house with offices attached. The property of Robert Hunter Esqr. |
| HUNTERSTON CASTLE | Hunterston Castle Hunterston Castle Hunterston Castle Hunterston Castle Hunterston Castle |
Old Stat. Acct.[Statistical Account] Robert Hunter Esqr. Col.[Colonel] Young Archibald Wilson Paterson's Hist.[History] of Ayr |
006 | The object which bears this name at present comprises a portion of the steading attached to Hunterston Mains. From its battlemented appearance there can be no doubt regarding its identity as a castle or stronghold of the early ages. |
| THE FENCE | The Fence The Fence The Fence |
Hugh Muir James Martin Robert Hunter Esqr. |
006 | A good farm house with outhouses attached, the property of Robert Hunter Esqr. Occupied by Hugh Muir. |
Continued entries/extra info
"The original Mansion house of Hunterston, part of which consists of a square tower, evidentlyof ancient construction, though of very limited dimensions, is still kept inhabitable, being occupied as a farm
house; a handsome new mansion having been erected by the proprietor about 30 years ago, a little way nearer
the sea. The old fortlet occupied originally a narrow tongue of land jutting into a deep morass, which of course
constituted its security from external aggressors. But whilst modern improvements have turned the bogs into
fruitful fields, the little 'lonely tower.' has been kept of its characteristic defense. Many little patches have from
time to time been added to this older dwelling, and which, being closely envisioned by aged trees has altogether
a very antique appearance."New Stat Acct. [New Statistical Account] page 256
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