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  History
Ellon gained their first representative honour in 1891 when a man from Ellon Gordon was picked for the County side in the popular City V County matches organised by the Association.
In 1909, Ellon recorded their sadness at the departure of one james Scott, shoemaker, who was leaving the area after quarter of a century as a "trusted and impartial umpire and faithful and zealous supporter of the club".
Ellon Gordon repeated their City and Suburban League win in 1911 and made three in a row when the leagues were amalgamated into the Grades in 1912 and they took the Grade 2 after a playoff with Shinnie's.
www.ellongordoncc.50megs.com /History.html   (5665 words)

  
 Ellon - Aberdeenshire Towns Partnership, Scotland
Ellon probably derives its name from the Gaelic 'Eilean' meaning island and the town's historical significance is based on its situation at the ford on the River Ythan.
Ellon was one of the places burned in the harrying of Buchan in 1308, following Robert the Bruce's defeat of the Comynes near Oldmeldrum.
Ellon Riverside Park: The riverside area is easily accessible to the public and includes a footpath which runs alongside the river for the length of the town.
www.atap.org.uk /ellon/index.htm   (1666 words)

  
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Ellon Business and Traders' Association was formed in 1989 in order to further the interests of business people and traders in the Ellon area and to provide a forum for the same business people to decide on ways of helping and serving the Ellon Community.
Ellon and its river are inseparable, the river even providing the town with its name by dint of the islands dotted about mid stream, but the same River provides a great deal more than a mere feature, it provides a wildlife habitat of great diversity where the truly natural co-exist with the obviously man-made.
With the expansion of Ellon and decrease in farming population, the school, at the moment, is a single teacher school with 16 pupils all in one classroom.
www.ellon.co.uk /history.html   (4015 words)

  
 Overview of Ellon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Ellon was one of the settlements burned in the so called 'Harrying of Buchan' following the defeat of the Comyns near Oldmeldrum by Robert the Bruce in 1308.
Close by is Ellon Castle, rebuilt by the 4th Earl of Aberdeen in 1780, with its terraced garden created by Bailie James Gordon in 1706.
The ancient parish church of St Mary, bestowed on Kinloss Abbey in 1310, was superseded by a new church in 1777 that was renovated in 1876.
www.geo.ed.ac.uk /scotgaz/towns/townfirst172.html   (248 words)

  
 The Meadows - Ellon
The Ellon and District Squash Club is based at the meadows.
Ellon Amateur Athletics Club are based at the meadows and meet several times each week.
In existence since 1977, Ellon RFC provides coaching and compeition for people of all ages.
www.meadows.ellon.org.uk /html/activities.htm   (364 words)

  
 Ellon, Aberdeenshire - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ellon is a town of about 13,000 people in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, approximately 16 miles north of Aberdeen.
Ellon is essentially a dormitory town for Aberdeen and is linked to the City of Aberdeen by the A90 road.
Ellon also has one of north-east Scotland's youth groups, which is centred around the Ythan Centre, a building dedicated to serving the needs of Ellon's teenage population.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ellon,_Aberdeenshire   (464 words)

  
 Ellon History
Arnage Castle some 4 miles north north west of Ellon is a Z plan tower house to which a modern wing was added last century by the Aberdeen architect James Matthews.
Ellon is the largest settlement in the Formartine area.
Up to the mid-1930s cargo vessels on the Ythan between Ellon and Newburgh transported coal and lime upstream and grain downstream.
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 Ellon News (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Speaking to the Advertiser Alex Duncan, Ellon's Director of Rugby said that it was an honour and a privilege for Ellon to host the National Coach, and the club and the players had received a massive boost by having Frank Hadden attend the session.
He added that Ellon was a model for other clubs to follow, by having the right people in the right jobs anything can be achieved, as Ellon's rise through the leagues has proved.
The Ellon coaching staff regularly attends coaching sessions at Murrayfield, and he felt it was only right that he should do the same.
www.scottishrugby.org.cob-web.org:8888 /sru/community-rugby/club-rugby/ellon/ellon-news-page.cfm?news_uuid=09C034AC-E7F1-2F7A-F99C-09402F43C6AA&newsDisplayMethod=article   (371 words)

  
 Promoting Education at Ellon Academy
In 1996 Ellon Academy took a fresh look at its school policies under the heading of "Promoting Education" (reviewed again in January 2003).
Promoting education at Ellon Academy encompasses a whole school approach of support for pupils and staff with the Charter for Learning and the Code of Conduct at the core.
The homework club, which is run by staff and peer supporters, every lunchtime is an option for pupils who want a quiet place to work, some help with their homework, or access to the IT centre.
www.ellonacademy.org.uk /prospectus/page07.html   (356 words)

  
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As the outgoing Parish Minister of the charge of Ellon, I am delighted for Steve who I know will lead the congregation to great things – and not for himself but for Christ and His kingdom.
Ellon Parish Church is now a "Fairtrade" Church.
We are proud of this status and are actively involved in working with Ellon's "Fairtrade" Steering Group as it works towards gaining "Fairtrade Town" status.
www.ellonparishchurch.co.uk   (488 words)

  
 Historical perspective for Ellon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Gneiss and granite are the prevailing rocks, and the soil of the valley is mainly fertile alluvium; elsewhere it is generally poor, either fl and moorish or a very retentive clay.
Barfold public, Drumwhindle public, Ellon public, and Ellon girls' schools, with respective accommodation for 120, 100, 350, and 47 children, had (1880) an average attendance of 61, 45, 270, and 50, and grants of £27, 8s., £14, 15s.
The presbytery of Ellon comprises the parishes of Ellon, Cruden, Foveran, Logie -Buchan, Methlick, Slains, Tarves and Udny, and the chapelry of Barthol.
www.geo.ed.ac.uk /scotgaz/towns/townhistory172.html   (905 words)

  
 Ellon & District Branch - Adopt a Cat
Adopt Me With the usual large number of cats seeking new homes, Ellon and District Cats Protection are appealing at this time for homes for older cats and ex-farm cats that are currently in our care.
Ellon Cats Protection also have a number of farm cats who would happily live in pairs (all have been neutered to prevent formation of colonies) – some are friendly, others not so friendly, but all happy to live out of doors with access to food and shelter in severe weather.
All cats rehomed by Ellon Cats Protection will have been given a clean bill of health and will have been neutered or spayed.
www.cats.org.uk /branch/ellon/adoptme.html   (293 words)

  
 Ellon Town Profile
With the discovery of oil, Ellon has expanded rapidly over the last two decades and has developed a modern infrastructure for business development and its expanding population.
To protect the natural beauty and preserve amenity value the Ythan Amenity Trust was formed in 1980.
The build rate has increased considerably over the last two years as the large site (628 units in total) at Knockothie to the north of the settlement got underway.
www.atap.org.uk /ellon/town_profile.htm   (331 words)

  
 Ellon & District Branch - Home Page
Although Ellon and District is a relatively small branch it deals with a wide range of cats and kittens.
This is only possible with the help and dedication of the fosterers and volunteers within the area.
Photography competition - Ellon and District Branch are holding a photo competition, why not enter your cat or kitten.
www.cats.org.uk /branch/ellon   (251 words)

  
 Ellon RFC (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Ellon may not be going to Murrayfield at the end of the month, but coach Kevin Wyness insists there is plenty to look forward to for the club.
Ellon have drawn either Livingston or East Kilbride in the BT Shield semi-final, Ellon will find out who they play on Saturday when Livingston plays East Kilbride.
Ellon's dream of promotion and BT Shield success are alive and well after a tough game in the most foul of winter conditions at The Meadows, prompting...
oldwww.scottishrugby.org.cob-web.org:8888 /sites/Ellon-RFC   (186 words)

  
 Aberdeenshire Council - Ellon Statistics
The river and the woodlands are important natural features and contribute much to the character and setting of the town.
To protect the natural beauty and preserve the amenity value of the river, the Ythan Amenity Trust, now developed into the Ellon Biodiversity Action Group, was formed in 1980.
The build rate in the settlement has increased considerably since 2001 as the large site (628 units in total) at Knockothie to the north of the settlement got underway.
www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk /statistics/area/ellon.asp   (418 words)

  
 Ellon Plant Hire Company Profile   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Recently Celebrating 30Years in Business, Ellon Plant Hire is a private company formed in 1973.
As the oil boom developed, a market was identified for further expansion in the early 1980s when small scale construction work was commenced.
Also run in conjunction with the hire operations is a contractual side undertaking work ranging from large site earthworks, siteworks, land drainage, sewers to minor road works and driveways.
www.ellon-plant-hire.co.uk /profile.htm   (134 words)

  
 The Rotary Club of Ellon
Quietly, in thousands of different ways, we are working to make the world a better, healthier, and safer place.
The Rotary Club of Ellon is club number 18740 of District 1010 of Rotary International (club number 1221 of Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland)
Ellon Rotary works to improve the quality of life for everybody.
www.ellonrotary.org.uk   (335 words)

  
 Ellon Information Online -Community information and services around Ellon, UK   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Ellon, Aberdeenshire, UK This section of the site has been designed to provide a means of allowing community services in and around Ellon to publicise themselves and pass on any important information to Ellon residents.
If you have any information that you want to pass on to Ellon residents you can write an article, use the free public notices, or publicise any events in our Ellon events section.
Ellon Information Online is an independent site and is not affiliated with, or officially sponsored by any local authority or tourist information centre based in Ellon.
www.britinfo.net /fp-D-BEY.htm   (430 words)

  
 Ellon property to rent, room mates, Ellon flat or house to share or rent - Free to view and advertise
Either view adverts for Ellon rooms wanted and to let and contact Ellon roommates or flatmates or advertise your room or Ellon flat share, house share, student house share, Ellon shared accommodation or Ellon commercial property to let.
A room in a flatshare, or house share, a room in someone's home.If you are looking for Ellon commercial premises or an industrial unit in Ellon.If you want a house/flat/apartment or studio flat in Ellon.
If you are relocating to Ellon as an executive or a professional with a family, or a student finding somewhere for the first time.Whoever you are if you want somewhere to rent in Ellon - advertise with us.
letalife.com /property_adverts/ellon_aberdeenshire_property_to_let.asp   (392 words)

  
 Hotels in Ellon Scotland accommodation - Ellon hotels accommodation in Scotland Aberdeenshire Scottish highlands
From Ellon you can explore the beautiful lochs and mountains of the highlands of Scotland.
Ellon provides an ideal base for visitors wishing to visit National Trust and Historic Scotland properties in the area, as well as being close to magnificent beaches and coastal villages.
If you are travelling to Ellon for business or pleasure please choose from our selection of hotels in Ellon.
www.kayukay.co.uk /ellonhotels.html   (186 words)

  
 Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
We have 2 teams, the 1st team playing in Grade 1 of the Aberdeenshire Grades and the 2nd team play in Grade 3.
We are trying to set up a Junior team again and we hold Junior Practice on a Saturday morning at Gordon Park from 10am-11:30am.
Ellon Gordon Cricket Club are always on the look out for new players, whether you can play every week or just now and again we would be delighted to hear from you.
www.elloncc.co.uk   (114 words)

  
 Ellon Plant Hire, For operated and non-operated plant in Scotland
Ellon Plant Hire, For operated and non-operated plant in Scotland
Ellon Plant Hire are one of the longest established and most respected contractors in Scotland.
Combining a dedicated and capable workforce, an experienced management team and an extensive range of construction plant and logistics, making short work of the most demanding projects the construction industry has to offer.
www.ellon-plant-hire.co.uk   (2802 words)

  
 Hotels in Ellon (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
It also allows you to find guest accommodation to suit your holiday or business budget as Ellon offers a wide range of cheap, economy, discount, luxury, family or business hotel and guest houses.
Ellon offers major hotel brands, unique independent, guesthouses and bed and breakfast accommodation in key destinations.
Ellon has an online search facility to help you find the perfect place to stay all with convenient, confirmed, online booking facilities.
www.hotel-bookings-online.com.cob-web.org:8888 /e/ellon.htm   (331 words)

  
 Ellon CAMP SITES CARAVAN PARKS UK - Tourist Net UK guide
Ellon camping and touring caravan parks: Depending on where in the world you come from, if you are wanting to pitch a tent you may be seeking camp sites, camping sites, or camp grounds.
If you tow a touring van or have a motorhome or RV, you may be seeking caravan sites, caravan parks, touring parks or RV parks in Ellon.
Sites for both camping and caravanning are listed on this page but be sure that they offer the kind of pitch you require before arriving.
www.touristnetuk.com /sc/aberdeen/accommodation/ac-camp/ellon.htm   (233 words)

  
 Aberdeenshire Council - Ellon Meadows Sports Centre
The centre is a key asset to Ellon and the surrounding district and is very clearly an attractive consideration for anyone planning to move into the area.
The Meadows complex is operated by Ellon and District Sports Development Trust.
The Trust is made up of representatives of the Trust clubs, members of the community and local Councillors.
www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk /recreation/swimleisure/ellonmeadows.asp   (201 words)

  
 Community
Being an integral part of Ellon Parish Church, the Boys Brigade take part in several events throughout the year including Armistice Day, coffee mornings, Christmas card delivery and nor forgetting of course ushers at the Ellon Panto.
The Girls Brigade Company in Ellon is a thriving company of around 70 girls from the age of 4 upwards.
The Chat Room is a group of S1 to S6 at secondary school, is part of Ellon Parish Church and often involved in services and church activities.
www.ellonparishchurch.co.uk /8.html   (1060 words)

  
 Ellon Gordon Cricket Club
This is a web site designed for fans, players and friends of Ellon Gordon Cricket Club.
Ellon Gordon Cricket Club play in the Aberdeenshire Leagues and are currently in Grade One.
Our home ground is a municipal park called Gordon Park in the small Aberdeenshire town of Ellon, 12 miles or so North of the Granite City.
members.fortunecity.com /ellongordoncc/ellongordoncricketclub   (107 words)

  
 Ellon, Aberdeenshire - UK companies
and W.F Lind, Overton Of Keithfield Farm Methlick, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7EU
Marrs Of Methlick, Schoolbrae Garage Methlick, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7BS
Yorston and Sinclair, Fiddesbeg Udny, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 6QF
www.agregister.co.uk /town-32800.html   (146 words)

  
 Ellon (France) map - nona.net
Ellon is a populated place in Basse-Normandie, which is a region of France.
An overview map of the region around Ellon is displayed below.
download a GPX waypoint file of Ellon for your GPS receiver
nona.net /features/map/placedetail.668871/Ellon   (105 words)

  
 Hotels, Inns, Bed and Breakfast Accommodation Ellon, Aberdeenshire, UK.
Hotels, inns, guesthouses and bed and breakfast accommodation in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
There is an indefinable quality about this part of the world that our guests notice as soon as they arrive, and that brings them back to the Udny Arms Hotel time and again.
The powerful solution for finding hotels, inns, bandbs, and bed and breakfast accommodation in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, UK.
www.databrowse.co.uk /hotels/Aberdeenshire/Ellon.html   (146 words)

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