OS1/25/1/57
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUPPLIN CASTLE on the Site of [Old] Dupplin Castle | Dupplin Castle | Mr Larimer, Factor Mr Wood, Dupplin Estate Map |
109 | [Situation] In the S W. [South West] corner of the parish. A modern mansion of considerable dimensions situated in the south west corner of the parish. It was erected immediately after September 1827 to replace its predecessor which was, the 11th of that month almost entirely destroyed by fire, as well as all the ancient records, documents, manuscripts once connected with its history & tradition: these latter being the principle regret of its noble proprietor. It is built in the Elizabethan Style , looking rather plain though without much pretension to either beauty art or ornament but it makes a bold effect upon the observer from the south side as it stands upon a high & commanding terrace which is surrounded south & east by a deep & beautiful ravine; covered [continued on next page] |
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[Page] 57Sheet 109.13 Trace 1 -- Parish of Aberdalgie
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