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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAIRBURN TOWER (Ruin) | Fairburn Tower (Ruin) Fairburn Tower (Ruin) Fairburn Tower (Ruin) |
Statistical Account Mr John Gordon Old Statistical Acct P. [Page] 251 |
098 | This name applies to a ruin situate a short distance from "Mains of Fairburn" and is the remains of one of those semi-fortified mansions which the wealthier class of olden times, thought necessary for their safety, especially in the Highlands of Scotland. The ruins are small in area but are above 60 feet in height and contained formerly several stories. no local information can be got as to date of erection. The ruin stands on the property of K S. MacKenzie Esqr of Brahan Castle |
| EAST MAINS OF FAIRBURN | East Mains of Fairburn | Mr D. Stuart Tenant Mr D. Leith Fairburn Crofter Rent Receipt. |
098 | This name applies to a farmhouse Situate a short distance N.E [North East] of Fairburn Tower. house of one Storey built of Stone. and thatched K. S. MacKenzie Esq Brahan Castle. Proprietor. |
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