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	Dornoch - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Royal Burgh of Dornoch is a burgh and seaside resort in Sutherland, Highland, on the east coast of the Scottish Highlands, and the north shore of the Dornoch Firth.
		Dornoch boasts the thirteenth-century Dornoch Cathedral, the Old Town Jail and a notable golf course, the Royal Dornoch Golf Club, the 5th best golf course outwith the United States, according to Golf Digest magazine.
		Dornoch was a parliamentary burgh, combined with Dingwall, Kirkwall, Tain and Wick in the Northern Burghs constituency of the House of Commons of the Parliament of Great Britain from 1708 to 1801 and of the Parliament of the United Kingdom from 1801 to 1918.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dornoch (321 words)

	Dornoch Cathedral - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Dornoch Cathedral is a parish church in the Church of Scotland, serving the small Sutherland town of Dornoch, in the Scottish Highlands.
		It was built in the 13th century, in the reign of King Alexander II and the episcopate of Gilbert de Moravia (later Saint Gilbert of Dornoch).
		In 1570 the Cathedral was burnt down during local feuding.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dornoch_Cathedral (184 words)

	Dornoch : The Cathedral
		In 1567 the cathedral was burnt by marauding clansmen, but a much more serious incident occurred in 1570 after the young, teenaged Earl of Sutherland was rescued from the clutches of his enemy, the Earl of Caithness, by the men of Dornoch.
		The cathedral remained roofless for fifty years and it was the beginning of a long deterioration.
		The people of Dornoch are rightly proud of their ancient and beautiful cathedral with its turbulent and colourful history; and they are very conscious of the responsibility they have to preserve that heritage and hand it on in good order to succeeding generations.
	www.visitdornoch.com /pages/cathedral.html (958 words)

	Dornoch Feature Page on Undiscovered Scotland
		Dornoch is an east coast town by-passed by the A9, and as a result all too easy to overlook.
		More recently, Dornoch achieved a few days of fame on the world stage when the pop star Madonna chose Dornoch Cathedral as the location for her son's christening in January 2001 and the nearby Skibo Castle for her marriage.
		Dornoch's championship course lies immediately to the east of the town itself, between it and the sea.
	www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk /dornoch/dornoch/index.html (774 words)

	Dornoch Cathedral Feature Page on Undiscovered Scotland
		Occupying a prime location in the centre of Dornoch, Dornoch Cathedral has been in use since 1239; but it was a more recent event that really placed it on the world map for the first time.
		Dornoch was selected as the location of the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Caithness in 1222 by the then Bishop, Gilbert de Moravia.
		The history of Dornoch Cathedral continued in a reasonably orderly way until 1570, when a clan feud between the Murrays of Dornoch and the MacKays of Strathnaver led to the latter setting it on fire.
	www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk /dornoch/cathedral (728 words)

	Accommodation in Dornoch, Scotland
		Dornoch Castle Hotel - Our hotel is situated on Castle Street in Dornoch, which is the main road going into Dornoch from the A9.
		Dornoch is easily accessed by rail, road and air with four airlines flying into Inverness airport daily.
		The centre of Dornoch, a Royal Burgh since 1906, is just 200 yards from the hotel, and features the 13th century Cathedral, recently brought to the world's attention by the media reporting on the christening of Rocco, son of Madonna and Guy Ritchie.
	www.scotlandinter.net /dornoch.htm (379 words)

	2Quail Dornoch Hotel - the best accommodation in Dornoch for when you visit town of Royal Dornoch (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-01)
		The cathedral remained roofless, until 1616, when Sir Robert Gordon re-roofed and repaired the chancel and transepts, although for the next two hundred years the cathedral continued to be used without a nave.
		In 1655, Dornoch was occupied by Royalist troops in the struggle against Cromwell, and as they retreated, laid waste to the area, and the building suffered yet again.
		During the rebellion of 1745, when Dornoch was occupied first by the King’s army and then by the Jacobites, much damage was done to the principal buildings of the burgh, it was said that men and horses were stabled in the cathedral.
	www.2quail.com /dornoch.htm (897 words)

	Primary Schoolpack Teacher's Notes
		Dornoch’s 13th century Cathedral was originally dedicated to the saint, while the town’s most important annual trading fair was St Barr’s Fair, originally held on 10 September, the date of Finbarr of Ulster’s birthday.
		The Cathedral (apart from the tower where the Murrays made their final, desperate last stand against the attackers) was destroyed, as were many private houses in the town.
		Cathedral was destroyed by fire during clans feuds in 1570 (apart from the tower) and lay in ruin for 50 years.
	www.historylinks.org.uk /primaryteachers.htm (4194 words)

	Dornoch town map - Ronald P A Smith Street Plans
		Until recently, when a 'celebrity' marriage hit the headlines, the cathedral town of Dornoch was a relatively undiscovered delight, perhaps known mainly for its excellent golf courses and sandy beaches.
		Prior to the Reformation, the town was the seat of the Bishops of Caithness (who had previously been based at Halkirk in Caithness and founded the cathedral at Dornoch in 1222).
		Built as an episcopal palace associated with the cathedral, it became the property of the Earls of Sutherland after the Reformation.
	www.rpasmith.co.uk /dornoch.htm (612 words)

	Water-colours by Mark Smith - Traditional watercolours from Dornoch, Scotland
		Dornoch is the jewel in the crown of the northern Highlands, and its unspoilt clean streets, Cathedral and adjacent Castle have inspired Mark Smith to adopt his timeless traditional watercolor style.
		Dornoch Cathedral, where Madonna's child Rocco was christened, is one of Mark Smith's favourite watercolor subjects.
		While based in Dornoch in the North of Scotland, Mark Smith often paints scenes local to the area, and Caithness and Sutherland are not short of spectacularly interesting subjects and wild expressive skys to inspire him.
	www.smith5353.fsnet.co.uk (644 words)

	Lets Go North - Caithness and Sutherland - Map 34
		Dornoch is the old 'capital' of Sutherland and this Royal burgh has been the religious and administrative centre of Sutherland for 800 years.
		The Royal Dornoch Golf Course, designed by Old Tom Morris from St Andrews, is synonymous with some of the most famous names in the game: Harry Vardon, Bobby Locke and Bobby Jones, Nick Faldo, Greg Watson and Tom Watson.
		The Dornoch Firth Bridge, opened by HM Queen Mum, crosses the shallow waters to reach Edderton in the east and the attractive holiday resort of Portmahomach at the end of the B9165.
	letsgonorth.com /34.shtml (257 words)

	Sutherland : Attractions (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-01)
		Dornoch Cathedral, Castle Street, was built in the 13th century and partially destroyed by fire in 1570.
		The cathedral is famous for its modern stained-glass windows -- three are in memory of Andrew Carnegie, the American steel king.
		The Plaiden Ell, found in the cathedral's cemetery where a marketplace used to be, was a medieval method for measuring cloth.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/print-narrative.cfm?destID=2095&catID=2095010029 (517 words)

	Dornoch Castle Hotel \| Accommodation Scottish Highlands \| Hotels in Scotland (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-01)
		All 24 Dornoch Castle en-suite bedrooms are tastefully decorated with a strong emphasis on comfort and tranquillity but still having that Baronial home atmosphere.
		There are deluxe Castle Rooms, superior Castle Rooms and Garden Rooms, the latter were built in the late 70's and form the easterly wing of the Castle.
		The renowned Royal Dornoch Golf Course, is the world's 3rd oldest golf course, and proves both challenging and exhilarating to all players.
	www.dornochcastlehotel.com (218 words)

	What to "See and Do" in Dornoch, Sutherland, Scotland
		Dornoch is famous for the Royal Dornoch Golf Course and, since Madonna married Guy Richie at Skibo Castle many people link the names of Dornoch and Madonna!
		The Cathedral is open to the public daily (from May until September) from daylight to sunset and you will be met by the ladies of the Church from 10:00am to 4:00pm on Mondays to Fridays.
		Dornoch Castle is right in the middle of the town.
	www.scotlandindex.net /Dornoch/in_dornoch.htm (392 words)

	PerryGolf - Scottish Golf trips and golf vacation packages in Highlands of Scotland to boat of Garten, Brora, Golspie, ...
		The Royal Burgh of Dornoch is an historic small town on the edge of the Dornoch Firth, a designated National Scenic Area in the Highlands of Scotland.
		Dornoch Cathedral — Located in the centre of Dornoch, the cathedral was built around 1225 by Gilbert de Moravia, the Bishop of Caithness, who became St. Gilbert.
		In 2000, the cathedral hit the headlines as the location for the christening of Rocco, son of Madonna and her partner, English film-maker Guy Richie.
	www.perrygolf.com /sightseeing/ss_scotland_hig.shtml (1459 words)

	CTV.ca - Man arrested at baptism ceremony for Madonna's son - CTV News, Shows and Sports -- Canadian Television
		DORNOCH, Scotland - Scottish police arrested and charged a man after he interrupted a christening ceremony for pop superstar Madonna's son at a 13th century Scottish cathedral Thursday.
		For the christening, Madonna was dressed in an ankle-length cream coat with her hair tied back in a bun while Ritchie, carrying the couple's four-month-old son wrapped in a white christening blanket against early evening cold, was in a long dark overcoat.
		The media influx is Dornoch's biggest invasion since the Vikings pillaged the Scottish Highlands in the sixth century.
	www.ctv.ca /servlet/ArticleNews/print/CTVNews/1025828956064_21238156/?hub=CTVNewsAt11&subhub=PrintStory (727 words)

	Conflicts of the Clans
		Being come to Dornoch, they besiege the Murrays there; who, for the space of some days, issued forth and skirmished with the enemy.
		During the time that the Sutherland men staid with the Earl of Huntley, they served him in his wars against the Forbeses, and chiefly at Crabstaine, where they did good service against the foot supply that was sent by the Regent to assist the Forbeses.
		This burning of Dornoch and of the Cathedral Church happened in the year of God 1570.
	www.electricscotland.com /webclans/conflict/Dornoch_Cathedral.html (301 words)

	Ghost Finders Scotland - Paranormal Investigations, Dornoch Castle, Ghost Investigation, Ghost, Investigating haunted ...
		Steeped in Scottish history and fascinating legends, the 15th century Dornoch Castle Hotel stands opposite the inspiring 12th century Dornoch Cathedral.
		We picked up many voices including ‘lived in Dornoch’ (click here to listen), ‘it’s disgusting’ (click here to listen), ‘you’re a bastard, leave me’ (click here to listen) and also when asking if they were happy with us being there, a response could be heard saying ‘I like you’ (click here to listen).
		Dornoch Castle seems to be a very active place and seems to have more than its fair share of unexplained activity going on.
	www.ghostfinders.co.uk /dornoch_castle.html (1846 words)

	Dornoch
		North of the Dornoch Firth Bridge, the road curves eastwards to Dornoch.
		Internationally renowned for the Royal Dornoch Golf Course - ranked 13th in the world's top 100 - this historic town also boasts a superb range of other built and natural attractions.
		Foremost among these are the 13th century Dornoch Cathedral, the Dornoch Jail craft centre, Historylinks Museum and the town's excellent beaches which stretch away along the coast to nearby Embo.
	www.visitscotland.com /library/dornoch (114 words)

	CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: James Beaton (1473-1539)
		He graduated as Master of Arts at St. Andrews University in 1493, four years later was Precentor of Dornoch Cathedral (Diocese of Caithness), and in 1503 Provost of the Collegiate Church of Bothwell.
		There is, however, evidence that during both his thirteen years' tenure of the See of Glasgow and the seventeen years during which he held the primacy, he concerned himself closely with both the material and spiritual interests of the two dioceses, and in particular with the advancement of learning.
		In Glasgow he added and endowed altars in his cathedral, made additions also to the episcopal palace, which he encircled with a wall, and he erected stone bridges in various parts of the diocese.
	www.newadvent.org /cathen/02374a.htm (738 words)

	PGATOUR.com - Dornoch provides a memorable golf experience
		From the moment you notice the simple course sign until the last putt drops five or so wonderful hours later, the Dornoch experience is one to cherish -- and repeat as often as possible.
		A little history first: Dornoch is, of course, the home of the brilliant designer, Donald Ross, who worked as a greenskeeper there before making his pilgrimage to America.
		He brought a lot of Dornoch to some of the masterpieces (Pinehurst No. 2, Seminole and Oak Hill, to name a few) he created on this side of the pond.
	www.pgatour.com /story/6036829 (733 words)

	CNN.com - Two held over Madonna security freed - December 22, 2000
		DORNOCH, Scotland (Reuters) -- Two men arrested by police after what appeared to be an attempt to record the baptism of Madonna's son in Dornoch Cathedral have been released.
		The 51-year-old was arrested in the cathedral an hour after the christening and the second man was picked up at a Dornoch hotel six hours later.
		Police sources said a tape recorder with the baptism ceremony on it was confiscated from the first man and two fl plastic bags he used as makeshift lavatories were seized as evidence.
	edition.cnn.com /2000/WORLD/europe/UK/12/22/madonna.arrests.02/index.html (347 words)

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		Dornoch Firth provides incredible scenery from every hole and several holes literally skirt the beach.
		Dornoch Cathedral (Church of Scotland) dominates the center of town and has been in service since 1239.
		Facing the cathedral is Dornoch Castle, now a unique and charming hotel.
	www.floridagolfing.com /forefl/apr/holbrapril.html (777 words)

	Dornoch Castle, Sutherland, Northern Scotland
		Steeped in Scottish history and fascinating legends, the 15th century Dornoch Castle firmly stands its ground opposite the inspiring 12th century Dornoch Cathedral.
		Set in private and beautifully manicured gardens, this castle still bears an air of magnificence and grace, and is the perfect venue for your wedding and reception.
		Dornoch Castle offers 24 en-suite garden rooms, sumptuous cuisine and enjoyable wines, whilst it continues to uphold a reputation for entertaining its honoured guests in style.
	www.celticcastles.com /castles/dornoch (286 words)

	Weddings & Wedding venues in Scotland \| Scottish Highlands Weddings (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-01)
		Dornoch Castle, a gracious building situated opposite the famous 12th Century Dornoch Cathedral, is the most wonderful situation for your Wedding Reception.
		(Madonna, Guy and many other celebrities cannot be wrong in their choice of Dornoch as their destination for that special day).
		A Wedding Organiser is at hand to assist with every detail of the day - from the meal, drinks and entertainment to the flowers, place cards and hairdresser.
	www.dornochcastlehotel.com /wedding.cfm (170 words)

	BBC News \| SCOTLAND \| Rocco all over the world
		A 51-year-old from the south of England was arrested after the ceremony and was being detained at Dornoch Police Station.
		Hundreds of fans braved the cold to gather outside the cathedral in the hope of catching a glimpse of baby Rocco and his mother.
		The fans were joined in their quest by the world's media, who had their lenses trained on the cathedral well in advance of the service.
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/scotland/1082064.stm (670 words)

	Overview of Dornoch Cathedral (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-01)
		Located in the centre of the small Highland town of Dornoch is its cathedral, begun around 1225 by Gilbert de Moravia, the Bishop of Caithness, who became St. Gilbert.
		The Duchess installed a sizeable statue of her husband, by Sir Francis Chantrey, in the choir, although this was later removed to Dunrobin Castle.
		In 2000, the cathedral hit the headlines as the location for the christening of Rocco, son of American singer Madonna and her partner, English film-maker Guy Richie, who married the following day at Skibo Castle.
	www.geo.ed.ac.uk /scotgaz/features/featurefirst7792.html (219 words)

	BBC News \| SCOTLAND \| Madonna media on Dornoch's doorstep
		One chance for a public view of the couple may be when they baptise their son Rocco at Dornoch Cathedral on Thursday.
		I think they are having great difficulty in Dornoch, the media, with their mobile telephones.
		"It is actually overlooking the cathedral and the two main entrances where Madonna and her husband-to-be is going to be attending the christening tomorrow night.
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/scotland/1079540.stm (542 words)

	Dornoch Castle
		Dornoch Castle, a gracious building situated opposite the famous 12th century Dornoch Cathedral, is the most wonderful setting for your Wedding Reception.
		On cooler days, Reception Drinks will be in our Lounge where there will be a roaring fire in the old fireplace and comfortable chairs and couches in which to relax and absorb the Highland Hospitality.
		Guests can book their rooms the night before and take their ease whilst preparing for the ceremony (The cathedral is, literally, 2 minutes' walk away).
	www.celticcastles.com /castles/dornoch/html/weddings.html (279 words)

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