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INDEX
Names of Objects -- Pages
Linlithgow Ph [Parish] -- 3
Balvarmie -- 6
Beecraigs -- 10
Beecraigs Hill -- 10
Broomy Knowes -- 11
Baresheil Knowe -- 29
Bankhead -- 42
Cromlech or Remains of Druids' Temple -- 5
Chapel Hill -- 21
Ecclesmachan Burn -- 25
Fort (Remains of) -- 14
Hay Hill -- 6
Hay Hill Plantation -- 6
Longmuir Plantation -- 11
Lower Craigmailing -- 27
Mochries Craig -- 13
Mains Burn -- 25
Mid Tartraven -- 30
North Mains -- 19
North Mains Hill -- 20
North Mine Lime Works -- 29
Ochiltree Mill -- 17
Peace Knowe -- 13
Riccarton Hills -- 9
South Mains -- 19
Site of Binny Church and Grave Yard -- 23
Site of Tartraven Castle -- 33
Silver Mine (Filled Up) -- 37
Silvermine -- 39
South Mains -- 41
Taafes Hill -- 17
Tartraven -- 30
Upper Craigmailing -- 27
Wardlaw -- 7
West Binny -- 25 |
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"In Torphichen parish near Kipps House there is a Cromlech whereon says tradition sacrifi [sacrifices]
were anciently performed. Near this Cromlech there is a Druid Circle of Stones which are set
upright having one or two placed in the centre. On a small eminence in this vicinity there is
a single stone of a conical shape which stands on end."
"The Cromlech is of a large size and is composed of four great whinstones in the
rude state three whereof are supporters and the fourth is placed upon them in an inclin [inclined]
position to the South". -- Binny's Hist. [History] of Co. [Cunty] Linlithgow.
"In a field adjoining the old peel-like mansion of Kipps there are the remains of a Druid
Circle. The Central Stone of a large size probably the stone of sacrifice still occupies its
original position but has been split asunder which tradition says was done by lightning. So [Some]
of the stones that formed the Circle have been broken and removed in order to give place
to the plough yet the outline of the circle may still be traced which has been of considerable
extent. There is an upright stone at no great distance connected probably with this
ancient place of superstitious worship but which the express use is not now known". -- New Stat. Acct. [Statistical Account] f Linlithgowshire.
"About a mile to the east of Torphichen is an altar of 4 great unpolished whinstones on which
according to tradition sacrafices were anciently performed by others it has been called the Temple
of Terminus although it may rather have been a Druidical place of worship". -- Old Stat. Acct. [Statistical Account] Vol. [Volume] 4. page 470. |
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CROMLECH or REMAINS OF DRUIDS' TEMPLE |
Druids Temple
Druids Temple
Druids Temple
Druids Temple
Remains of a Druid Circle
Cromlech
Cromlech |
Revd. [Reverend] James Duns Torphichen
Revd. [Reverend] A. Bell D.D. [Doctor of Divinity] Linlithgow
Forrest's Co. [County] map 1817
Mr. James Young
Stat. Acct. [Statistical Account] 1843
Penney's Hist. [History] of Linlithgowshire
Chalmer's Caledonia |
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[situation] 46 chains NW by N [North West by North] of Wardlaw
This is the remains of a Druids Temple. It is composed of five large stones: three for a base and two on the Top. The two forming the top are said to have been originally one, but was broken by lightning or some other cause. There are Several large stones around this Temple, embedded in the ground, which are Conjectured to have formed a "Druidical Circle" - when Complete; if so, some of the Stones must have been removed. Those that remain, however, are not arranged in regular order nor on end, as is usual in druidical Circles. The Westmost of these stones is on the Ph [Parish] Boundy [Boundary]. |
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Parish of Linlithgow -- Sheet 5 No. 11 -- Trace 1
[Note] -- "There is at the end of the inclosure of the Kipps an ancient
altar of several great stones so placed that each of them
does support another and not one of them could stand
without the support of the other. The broad stone upon
which the sacrifice was offered looks to the South near to this
altar is a circle of stones with a large stone or two in the middle
this was a temple in ancient times and our word Kirk is from
Circus the round position of the stones many such may
be seen all over the Countrey." -- Sibbald's Hist. [History] of Linlithgowshire page 26 |
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HAY HILL |
Hay Hill
Hay Hill
Hay Hill |
Plan of the Farm
James Young
Thomas Young |
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[situation] About 46 chains N. by W. [North by West] of Wardlaw.
A small eminence in a plantation - to which it gives name, - on the Estate of Balvormie; the Property of R. H. Johnston Stewart Esqr. of Straiton of Champfleurie. |
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HAY HILL PLANTATION |
Hay Hill Plantation
Hay Hill Plantation |
James Young
Thomas Young |
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[situation] About ½ mile N by W [North by West] of Wardlaw
An Extensive Plantation of Mixed Forest & Fir trees, on the Estate of Balvormie; the Property of R. H. Johnston Stewart Esqr. of Straiton |
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BALVORMIE |
Balvormie
Balvormie
Balvormie
Balvormie
Bormie
Bormie |
Lease, Plan of Farm & Receipts
James Young
Thomas Young
Revd. [Reverend] A Bell D.D. [Doctor of Divinity] Linlithgow
Valn. [Valuation] Roll of Co. [County]
Forrest's Co. [County] map |
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[situation] About 54 chains N. by E. [North by East] of Wardlaw.
A Farmhouse with extensive outhouses, Cottages & a Farm of land attached, all in good Condition. Occupied by Mr. James Young and the Property of R.H. J. Stewart Esqr. of Straiton & Champfleurie. It is popularly Called Bormie in the locality. |
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WARDLAW |
Wardlaw
Wardlaw
Wardlaw |
William Addison Occupant
James Ruthven Bee Craigs
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[situation] In the Southern portion of the Parish of Linlithgow
This name applies to a small farm house one storey high, with suitable offices all in good repair. There is a small arable farm attached. The property of Mr. Fleming, Bathgate, and presently tenanted by William Addison. |
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RICCARTON HILLS |
Riccarton Hills
Riccarton Hills
Riccarton Hills
Riccarton Hills |
Mr. P. Wilson Broomy Knowes
Mr. Ruthven Beecraigs
Mr. Smith South Mains
Forrest's Co. [County] map |
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[situation] West Side of Longmuir Plantation & in the Southern portion of the Ph [Parish] of Linlithgow
A range of Hills extending for about a mile and quarter from east to west; and about ½ a mile from north to south, bounded on the east by Longmuir Plantation, and on the west by the parish road leading from North and South Mains to Linlithgow, the surface is (with the exception of a small portion of arable land) rough pasture and furze scattered and thick, there are several old quarries, and ledges of rocks; and the different hills forming the range have separate names; on the highest hill of the range there is a Trigonometrical Station, called Broomy Knowe, these Hills are much frequented during the Hunting Season by gentlemen of the County; who are lovers of fox hunting; there being fox coverts Kept up purposely for the preservation of foxes; the property of the Earls of Selkirk and Hopetoun. |
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BEECRAIGS |
Beecraigs
Beecraigs
Beecraigs |
Mr. James Ruthven Occupier
Mr. John Wilson North Mains
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[situation] 5/8 mile N by W [North by West] of North Mains.
A small farm house, one storey high, and thatched, with suitable offices, all in good repair; there is a vegetable garden, and arable farm attached; the property of the Ea [Earl] of Selkirk and in the occupation of James Ruthven. |
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BEECRAIGS HILL |
Beecraigs Hill
Beecraigs Hill |
Mr. James Ruthven Beecraigs
Mr. John Wilson North Mains |
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[situation] Western part of Riccarton Hills.
A middling sized hill, the surf [surface] of which is rough pasture; origin [originally] part of the farm of Beecraigs, but now forming part of the farm of Broomy Knowes; it is one of the range of Riccarton Hills, and is the prop [property] of the Earl of Selkirk. |
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LONGMUIR PLANTATION |
Longmuir Plantation
Longmuir Plantation
Lang Moor Plantation |
Mr. Ruthven Beecraigs
Mr. John Robertson Ochiltree Mill
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[situation] At the eastern side of Riccarton Hills.
A very large tract of ground, enclosed, and planted with mixed wood; a wide road runs through the southern part of it, made expressly for the accommodation of gentlemen when hunting; it is the property of the Earl of Roseberry. |
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BROOMY KNOWES |
Broomy Knowes
Broomy Knowes
Broomyknows |
Mr. P. Wilson Broomy Knowes
Mr. James Ruthven Beecraigs
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[situation] NE [North East] part of Riccarton Hills
Three or four middling sized hills, comprising part of the Riccarton Hills, the surface being rough pasture and furze; on the highest Knowe there is an excellent view to be had of the surrounding district; and on it there is a Trignometrical Station called Broomy Knowe, the property of the Earl of Selkirk. |
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PEACE KNOWE |
Peace Knowe |
Mr. Ruthven Beecraigs
James Potter Blacksmith Ochiltree |
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[situation] 1/8 mile NW by W [North West by West] of Ochiltree Mill.
A small hill situated a little to the north of the farm of Ochiltree Mill, and close to the road leading from the farm house to Ochiltree, the surface of which is rough pasture and scattered furze, on the summit is a Trignometrical Station, called Ochiltree Hill, and also there are to be seen the remains of a Camp or Fort, the property of the Earl of Roseberry |
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MOCHRIES CRAIG |
Mochries Craig |
Mr Ruthven Beecraigs
Mr Wilson Riccarton |
005 |
[situation] About ¼ mile NW [North West] of Ochiltree Mill.
A small hill thickly covered with furze; on the north side there is a conspicuous ledge of rocks almost perpendicular, the property of the Earl of Roseberry. |
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FORT |
Remains of Camp |
James Potter Ochiltree
John Robertson Ochiltree Mill
Mr. Ruthven Beecraigs |
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[situation] On the Summit of Peace Knowe
This is the remains of a Camp or Fort, it is not in very good preservation, and consists of portions of two circles on the South and East sides, the north side being very steep required no such defences.
This is one of the Circular forms of Camps or Forts, and is evidently Brit [British] It is situated on the farm of Ochiltree Mill, and is on the summ [summit] of a small hill called 'Peace Knowe" |
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"On the eminence in the SE. [South East] of the Parish above Ochiltree Mill traces still more
distinct of a Camp may be seen". -- Old Stat Acct [Statistical Account] Vol. [Volume] 14. page 570
"Near Linlithgow on an eminence above Ochiltree Mill may yet be seen the remains
of a similar fortlet. Such are the antiquities of the Gadeni people the earliest
inhabitants of this district". -- Penney's Hist [History] of Linlithgowshire page, 29 |
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OCHILTREE MILL |
Ochiltree Mill
Ochiltree Mill
Ochiltree Mill
Ochiltree Mill |
John Robertson Occupier
Mrs. Auld Wester Ochiltree
New Stat. Acct. [Statistical Account]
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[situation] In the SW [South West] end of Linlithgow Parish
A small farm house one storey high and slated, with suitable offices and thrashing machine, all in good repair, there is a vegetable garden and an arable farm attached, the property of the Earl of Roseberry, and is presently tenanted by John Robertson |
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TAAFE'S HILL |
Taafe's Hill
Taafe's Hill
Taafe's Hill
Taafe's Hill |
James Potter Smith
Mr. Ruthven Beecraigs
Mr. Robertson Ochiltree Mill
Mr. West East Broadlaw |
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[situation] At the north Side of Ochiltree Mill
A small hill, situated quite close to the farm of Ochiltree Mill the surface of which is arable, at the south base is a large whinstone quarry, worked by the road trustees, and a ledge of precipitous rocks; the property of Lord Roseberry. and on the farm of Ochiltree Mill |
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NORTH MAINS |
North Mains
North Mains
North Mains |
John Wilson Occupier
Mr. Smith South Mains
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[situation] In the Southern Portion of the parish of Linlithgow
A middling sized farm house one storey high and thatched, having suitable offices and thrashing machine, there is an arable farm of 200 acres attached, the property of the Earl of Hopetoun, and tenanted by John Wilson. |
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SOUTH MAINS |
South Mains
South Mains
South Mains |
Mr J. Smith Occupier
Mr Wilson South Mains
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[situation] In the South of Linlithgow Parish.
A commodious farm house two storeys high and slated, having extensive offices, and thrashing mill propelled by water. there is a large arable farm and vegetable garden attached, the property of the Earl of Hopetoun and in the occupation of John Smith |
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NORTH MAINS HILL |
North Mains Hill
North Mains Hill |
Mr. Ruthven Beecraigs
Mr. Wilson North Mains |
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[situation] The southern portion of Riccarton Hills
A considerable hill on the farm of North Mains, the surface being part arable and part rough pasture, on it there are two large tracts of thick furze Kept up by the sporting gentle [gentlemen] of the County, as coverts for foxes, this hill is part of the Riccarton Hills and is the property of the Earl of Hopetoun |
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CHAPEL HILL |
Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill |
Mr. West East Broadlaw
Mr. Thomson West Binny
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[situation] About ¾ mile south of Ochiltree Mill
This is a portion of the field raised a few feet above the surrounding surface, And on which tradition states, stood the Ancient Church of Binny which together with its grave-yard occupied this spot. This eminence bears Every Indication of having been Created by the erection of the Church & grave-yard as Every other portion of the field is nearly level. Here are still found bones and fragments of what are Supposed to have been Coffins. The sites of Church and Grave Yard Cannot be had seperately as all traces of the former have been lost for many years |
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[Parish of Binning]
The present parish of Linlithgow comprehends the ancient parishes of Linlithgow and Binning
which were united after the Reformation, etc.
Of old Binning parish lay eastward of Linlithgow having its appropriate Church
In the ancient taxatio there is the ecclesia de Bynyn in decanatu de Linlithcu which was
assessed at two marks. From those intimations we may infer that this district formed in those
times a distinct parish which was subsequently annexed to the parish of Linlithgow. The
town had formerly two ministers to perform this double duty but one of them was dismissed
by the magistrates when it was forgotten that there were two parishes to be served. Binning
derived its name from the Gaelic Binn or Bein, a hill and this appelation was no doubt
applied to a neighbouring hillock and the diminutive of Bein is Bein-an a little hill. In October
1495 the lords auditors in parliament heard the suit of the executor of the parson of Bennin
claiming the tythes and other dues of the Church of Benain. In the 12th & 13th centurys the manor
of Bynyn belonged to the family of Lindsay, etc.
After the Reformation the parish of Binning was annexed to that of Linlithgow. -- Penney's Hist. [History] of Linlithgowshire.
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Site of Binny Church and Grave Yard |
Site of Binny Church and Grave Yard
Site of Binny Church and Grave Yard
Site of Binny Church and Grave Yard |
Mr. West Farmer East Broadlaw
Mr. West West Broadlaw
Mr. Thomson West Binny |
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[situation] On Chapel Hill
On the spot Called "Chapel Hill" stood the Church of the Ancient Parish of Binny which Parish became annexed to that of Linlithgow immediately after the Reformation. Nothing is known of this edifice beyond the mere account handed down by tradition viz that it stood here. All traces of the foundation have been lost for many years. Mr. West of E. East] Broadlaw who resided near this spot sixty years ago says that even then no remains of the Church were visible but the old people of that period still remembered when portions of it were to be seen. The spot presents every indication of the Church having stood here - the wicket gate and the avenue lined with fine old trees - together with the slightly raised eminence in the field Called "Chapel Hill" on which humain bones have been found (and are still found) in great quantities, and which tradition says is haunted, - all place the matter beyond a doubt - That the Church stood here is further Corroborated by the general tradition of the district - See description of Chapel Hill - The grave yard has enclosed the structure and the area of the whole extended over the space of Chapel Hill. |
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WEST BINNY |
West Binny
West Binny
West Binny |
Thomas Thomson Occupier
John Robertson Ochiltree Mill
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[situation] 56 chains S by E [South by East] of Ochiltree Mill
A farm house one storey high and slated, having suitable offices and thrashing machine, all in very good repair, there is a vegetable garden and arable farm attached, the property of Mr. Robert Warden Binny Cottage and occupied by Thomas Thomson. |
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MAINS BURN |
Mains Burn
Mains Burn
Mains Burn |
Mr. J Smith South Mains
Mr. J Wilson North Mains
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[situation] Passing at the South Side of North Mains
This stream rises about one quarter of mile south East of the farm of Wardlaw it runs in an easterly direction, passing between the farms of North and South Mains; and retains the name Mains Burn as far as the Bridge on the parish road leading from West Binny to Linlithgow, about ¼ mile north of the farm of West Binny, at this Bridge the name changes to Ecclesmachan Burn, and commences to be a very considerable Stream. |
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ECCLESMACHAN BURN |
Ecclesmachan Burn
Ecclesmachan Burn
Ecclesmachan Burn |
Mr. J. Smith South Mains
Mr. J. Wilson Ochiltree Mill
Forrests Co. [County] map |
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[situation] Passing at the E. [East] side of Ochiltree Mill
retains the name Mains Burn as far as the Bridge on the parish road leading from West Binny to Linlithgow, about ¼ mile north of the farm of West Binny, at this Bridge the name changes to Ecclesmachan Burn, and commences to be a very considerable Stream. |
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UPPER CRAIGMAILING |
Upper Craigmailing
Upper Craigmailing
Upper Craigmailin
Upper Craigmailin
Upper Craigmailin |
Mr. William Shields Occupier
Mr. Robert Aitken Silvermine
Mr. W. Kidd Lower Craigmailin
Mr. Russel Mid Tartraven
Revd. [Reverend] Mr. Branks Torphichen |
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[situation] About ½ mile N.N.E. [North North East] from Silvermine
This is a moderately sized farm steading with dwelling house and garden, occupied by Mr. William Shields, farmer, the proprietor is Mr. James Brash, Hallyards |
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LOWER CRAIGMAILING |
Lower Craigmailing
Lower Craigmailing
Craigmailen
Lower Craigmailin
Lower Craigmailin
Lower Craigmailin |
Mr. William Shields Tenant
Mr. Robert Aitken Silvermine
Forrest's Co. [County] map
Mr. W. Kidd occupant
Mr. Russel Mid Tartraven
Revd. [Reverend] Mr. Branks Torphichen |
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[situation] About 25 Chains N. by E. [North by East] from Silvermine
This name is given to a dwelling house and stables on the farm of Craigmailing - and occupied by one of the farm servants. The walls of the dwelling house are those of a dissenting meeting house founded, as a stone in wall bears date, 1742 - at which period it was the only one between Edinburgh and Glasgow. It was not long used till the number of members required churches in the neighbouring towns. |
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NORTH MINE LIME WORKS |
North Mine Lime Works
North Mine Lime Works |
Mr. Robert Aitken Tenant
Mr. William Shields Craigmailing |
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[situation] About 14 chains N.E. [North East] from Silvermine
This is a very extensive lime quarry - partly wrought - and partly exhausted - the tenant is Mr. Robert Aitken - Silvermine; the proprietor is the Earl of Hopetown. |
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BARESHEIL KNOWE |
Baresheil Knowe
Baresheil Knowe
Baresheil Knowe |
Mr. Robert Aitken
Mr. Gavin Russel
Mr. C Wallace |
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[situation] About ¾ of a mile N.E. by E. [North East by East] from Silvermine
This Knowe bears that name as long as the oldest inhabitant in the neighbourhood recollected but cannot assign any reason why. Its immediately North of Tartraven & bears Cultivation. The property of Christopher Veitch Esqr. Bridge-End. |
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MID TARTRAVEN |
Mid Tartraven
Mid Tartraven |
Mr. Gavin Russill Farmer
Mr. Christopher Wallace Quarter |
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[situation] About 1 Mile N.E. by E. [North East by East] from Silvermine
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Mr. Christopher Wallace Quarter
Mr. Gavin Russill Mid Tartraven |
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[situation] About ¾ of a Mile N.E. by E. [North East by East] from Silvermine
This was formerly a Small farm Steading North of Mid Tartraven. but now occupied by farm Servants employed in the Vicinity. The property of Christopher Veitch Esq. Bridge End. Also a row of Cot houses immediately West with gardens attached including a Smithy occupied by farm Servants The property of the Earl of Hopton. |
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"Tartravan Castle in Linlithgow Parish has long been in ruins:- -- Penney's History of Linlithgowshire page 85
"To the South there is also West Binnie the Seat of Dickson Esqr. and the ruins
of Tartrevin Castle, and Tartrevin belonging to Hopeton and part of it
belonging to James Crawfurd of Lochcote", -- Sibbald's History of Linlithgowshire page 16. |
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Mr. W. Kidd Craigmailin
Mr. Liddel Mid Tartraven
Mr. G. Russel Mid Tartraven |
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[situation] About 1 Mile N.E. by E. [North East by East] from Silvermine
On the spot indicated there formerly stood the Castle of Tartraven. Of this Castle not a vestige now remains but the foundations were visible fifty years ago as Mr. Walter Kidd, who pointed out the site, states that where he resided near this place about the beginning of the present Century, not only the foundations but portions of the gateway were standing. The only account of this Edifice Known in the Country is that it was a Mansion or Small Castle belonging to a family named Ross who during the Protectorate were staunch Royalists. The Proprietor of that period had, according to tradition, seven sons, stalwart horsemen, who occasionally made descents on Cromwell's garrison in Linlithgow and often succeeded in surprising and cutting off straggling troopers. |
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"A vein of Silver is understood to lie in the southern district of the parish
upon Lord Hopetoun's Lands. It was once wrought and lost sight of and after
several attempts to hit upon it were unsuccessful it has long been given up". -- New Stat. Acct [Statistical Account] of Linlithgowshire page 179.
"In the Southern extremity of the parish is a silver said in former times to have
been a considerable source of wealth to the Haddington family who were once proprietors
of it. Silver taken from it was also coined here during the residence of the royal
family and some of the groat pieces are still in the repositors of the curious. The
place used for smelting the metal lies to the westward of the town and from the
use to which it was applied Still bears the name of the Silver Mill. That mine
with the track adjoining it belongs now to the Earl of Hopetoun. Search has been
repeatedly made but the contents must be either exhausted or the right vein
not struck". -- Old Stat. Acct, [Statistical Account] vol [volume]14 page 561-2 |
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Site of Silver Mine
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Mr. W. Kidd Craigmailin
Mr. Liddel Mid Tartraven
Mr. Russel Hilderston
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[situation] About 6 chains S.E. by E [South East by East] from Silvermine Farm House
This is the Spot where a considerable vein of Silver was discovered during the reign of one of the James's' (either James V or VI) who Empowered the proprietor to work it. A number of miners were accordingly brought over from Germany for that purpose And operations went on in a successful way when suddenly the affair was abandoned. The cause of this stoppage is not satisfactorily known. Tradition is divided on it. Some Say that it was owing to the workmen losing the proper direction of the strata through which the vein proceeded, others that it was through bribery; the most probable cause (which is least believed) is that the working was not remunerative enough. Silver has been found, in small quantities, in most of the old workings in Nth [North] Mine Lime Works but this is the spot Called "Silver Mine". The hole is now filled up With the debris of the Quarry |
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Mr. R Aitken Farmer Silvermine
Mr. George Wallace Smith Bathgate |
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[Situation] In the extreme South point of Linlithgow parish
A good dwelling house one storey high, with a court of farm offices including a thrashing machine. a garden, and an arable farm attached In its vicinity are situated extensive lime quarries, said to contain Silver ore. It is the property of the Earl of Hopetoun |
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Mr. James Smith Tenant
Mr. William Nimmo Bankhead |
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[situation] In the extreme South side of Linlithgow Ph. [Parish]
A good dwelling house. two storeys high, recently built, and slated, with farm Steading including a thrashing machine, an arable farm. and a good garden attached and tenanted by James Smith. It is the Property of the Earl of Hopetoun. |
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Mr. William Nimmo Tenant
Mr. James Smith South Mains
Forrest's Co. [County] map |
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[situation] In the extreme South of the Ph [Parish] of Linlithgow
A dwelling house, with a court of farm offices, a thrashing machine, a garden and an arable farm attached, the Steading is in good repair and is tenanted by William Nimmo |
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Binny Burn -- See Name sheets for Sheet 6 No. 10 of Ph [Parish] of Uphall
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Co. [COUNTY] LINLITHGOW
SHEET 5. No.11, 12, 15, &.16.
Parish of
LINLITHGOW
[Stamped] ORDNANCE SURVEY M.S. [MANUSCRIPT] STORE -- 20 MAY 95 -- SOUTHAMPTON
[Note in pencil] -- 6 -- 25, 3.44
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