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  Kirriemuir - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kirriemuir, sometimes called Kirrie, is a burgh in Angus, Scotland.
David Niven, the actor, cited Kirriemuir as his birthplace, however this was untrue and was an effort to glamorise his birth on 01 March 1910 in London.
The town boasts a museum of aviation and a camera obscura, donated by Barrie, on the Hill, which commands splendid views to the south and south-west and of the higher hills to the north.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kirriemuir   (433 words)

  
 Descendants of George Doig, Shoemaker in Kirriemuir, Scotland
Doig, born 1756 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; christened 3 Dec 1756 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; buried 25 Jun 1833 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland.
Doig, born 1805 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; christened 13 Dec 1805 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; died 4 Dec 1853 in Murraygate, Dundee, Angus, Scotland; buried 5 Dec 1853 in Howff Graveyard, Dundee, Angus, Scotland.
Doig, born 1810/11 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; died 18 Dec 1855 in Westownend, Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; buried in Kirriemuir Churchyard, Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland.
www.doig.net /GEOX1685.html   (5684 words)

  
 The Descendants of John Doig of Kirriemuir, Scotland
Doig, born 1794/95 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; died 23 Oct 1855 in Slademuir, Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; buried in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland.
Doig, born 29 Aug 1832 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; died 25 Jun 1909 in Kirkton, Strathmartine, Angus, Scotland; buried in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland.
Doig, born 1 Aug 1857 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland; died 5 Jun 1936 in Forfar Infirmary, Forfar, Angus, Scotland; buried Jun 1936 in Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland.
www.doig.net /DAVE1730.html   (5405 words)

  
 Smart family history
Born on 13 Jul 1875 in Denhead, Kirriemuir, Angus.
James died in School Wynd, Kirriemuir, Angus on 14 Jul 1868, he was 56.
Born abt 1810 in Kirriemuir, Angus Ann died in West Town End, Kirriemuir, Angus on 23 Feb 1864, she was 54.
mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk /Kirriemuir/page7.html   (398 words)

  
 Angus - Travelscotland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The fishing and farming county of Angus was formerly part of the giant Tayside region but is now a separate authority with its own distinct identity.
Angus isn't a name that rolls off many tourists' tongues, but it has much to recommend it to those who prefer to escape the summer hordes.
The east coast, from Arbroath north to Montrose, is particularly attractive with its sheer red cliffs punctuated by sweeping bays of golden sand.
www.travelscotland.co.uk /guide/Angus   (196 words)

  
 Places of Scottish Interest - Kirriemuir (Kirrie)
Old Kirriemuir - On the southern slopes of the Grampian hills in Angus nestles Kirriemuir, the gateway to the magnificent Glens and a burgh which has retained much of its charm.
The roots of the town of Kirriemuir stretch far back in history, and it is a town known all around the world for various reasons.Kirrie (as it is known locally) has sights of historic interest from the Bronze and Iron Ages, from the Picts and the Romans.
This formed the foundation for Kirriemuir's growth as a textile centre and by 1860 there were 1500 hand loom weavers in Kirriemuir and 500 more in the surrounding area.
thecapitalscot.com /scotplaces/Kirriemuir/kirrie.html   (2676 words)

  
 Kirriemuir Museum - Gateway to the Glens
Kirriemuir residents will have the chance to view an exhibition with a difference at the Gateway to the Glens museum next week.
Scott was born in Kirriemuir in 1946 and lived there with his family until they emigrated when he was six.
Violet Jacob was a member of the Kennedy-Eskine family who was born at the House of Dun, and she lived in Kirriemuir from 1936 until her death in 1946.
members.fortunecity.com /crabsodyinblue/acdckirriemuseum.htm   (528 words)

  
 Angus Council | Local History | Museum Resources | Kirriemuir
Kirriemuir Gateway to the Glens Museum is situated in Kirriemuir Town House, a building that has been at the heart of Kirriemuir since its construction in 1604.
Textile production has a long and vital history in Kirriemuir and Kirriemuir weavers have been recorded as being particularly politically active — there are at least two recorded incidents of direct action by weavers in the town.
Kirriemuir '1—17' are displayed at the Meffan Museum at Forfar while Kirriemuir '18' is on display here in the museum.
www.angus.gov.uk /history/museums/kirriemuir/default.htm   (468 words)

  
 BBC - WW2 People's War - My War Memories: Childhood Memories of Kirriemuir, Angus
This story was submitted to the People's War site by Aileen May, volunteer of kirriemuir Library, on behalf of Jessie Learmonth, and has been aded to the site with her permission.
For instance, for half of the morning I might attend class in the Barony Church hall, where the class was taken on the stage, at other times I would have to go to the Seceders Hall or to a room in the Livingston Church.
Children who lived in kirriemuir could go home, but myself and other children from the country areas were just left to amuse and look after ourselves.
www.bbc.co.uk /ww2peopleswar/stories/41/a2778041.shtml   (1093 words)

  
 Kirriemuir Tourist Information on AboutBritain.com
The earliest records of Kirriemuir date from the 13th century, but it is possible that there has been a settlement on this site since prehistoric times.
The town was once a centre of hand-loom weaving and later of jute processing, but today remains at the centre of rich agricultural land.
Kirriemuir, which has lost none of its charm, makes a captivating base for explorations of the beautiful Braes of Angus - all penetrating deep into the lonely eastern Grampian mountains.
www.aboutbritain.com /towns/kirriemuir.asp   (463 words)

  
 Angus Glens - Travelscotland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The Glens of Angus are to the east of Perthshire, south of the Grampians and north of Dundee, a series of five glens (valleys) running parallel to each other and all of them beautiful, peaceful and offering plenty of relatively painless hillwalking opportunities.
There are regular buses to Brechin and Kirriemuir from Dundee, but getting around the glens is not easy without your own transport as there is only a limited postbus service.
Five miles north of Kirriemuir is the tiny village of Dykehead, at the foot of Glen Clova, where a side road branches northwest and runs into Glen Prosen.
www.travelscotland.co.uk /guide/Angus_Glens   (1134 words)

  
 Spring in to Summer
This traditional 17th Century Coaching Inn is located in the centre of Kirriemuir - the gateway to the Angus Glens.
From this base you are free to indulge in your favourite activities or discover new ones in the rolling countryside of Angus, where you can try your hand at hill-walking, angling, cycling, horse riding or clay shooting - there truly is something for everyone.
A highlight of the social calendar in this part of Angus is the "Kirriemuir Festival of Song" which is a weekend long event in September, featuring ceilidhs, music and story-telling sessions.
www.angusanddundee.co.uk /springintosummer/compo.htm   (208 words)

  
 Airlie Arms Hotel, Kirriemuir, Angus Glens Hotels
And whilst the town is rightly proud of its famous son, JM Barrie, Kirriemuir hotels benefit from a surprisingly large variety of great local interest and pursuits, most notable being
Kirriemuir Aviation museum, featuring a superb collection of museums, artefacts, models and pictures dating relating to military aviation and the RAF in particular.
The neighbouring and scenically stunning Angus Glens, providing some of the most outstanding mixed walking opportunities, and also sensational shooting and stalking, anywhere in Scotland.
www.airliearms-hotel.co.uk /local_area/kirriemuir.htm   (182 words)

  
 Kirriemuir Hotels & Accommodation near Kirriemuir in Angus
No Hotels located with Kirriemuir in the address, but those shown below are the nearest hotels to Kirriemuir, with 17 within 24.2 miles of Kirriemuir.
Room rates range from Cheap Kirriemuir accommodation like Glenvar Bed and Breakfast (13.6m) starting at £30.00 to more expensive Luxury Kirriemuir hotels like Old Course Hotel St Andrews (24.0m) with rooms from £266.00.
Price and star rating are not necessarily the best guide to overall hotel quality, and Kirriemuir hotel guest reviews suggest that Glenvar Bed and Breakfast (13.6m) with a rating of 96% offered the best overall guest satisfaction.
www.uk-tourist-attractions.co.uk /Scotland_hotels/Kirriemuir_hotels.cfm   (563 words)

  
 KIRRIEMUIR, Kirriemuir Tourist Information and Travel Guide at InfoHub.com
The sandstone town of KIRRIEMUIR, known locally as "Kirrie", is set on a hill six miles northwest of Forfar on the cusp of glens Clova and Prosen.
The main cluster of streets have all the appeal of an old film set, with their old-fashioned bars, tiled butcher's shop, tartan outlets and haberdasheries somehow managing to avoid being contrived and quaint - although the recent recobbling of the town centre around a twee statue of Peter Pan undermines this somewhat.
More on other notable residents can be found in the Kirriemuir Museum (Mon-Wed, Fri and Sat 10am-5pm, Thurs 1-5pm; free), in the old Town House on the main square.
www.infohub.com /Destinations/Europe-&-Russia/Scotland/Kirriemuir/98279.htm   (307 words)

  
 Airlie Arms Hotel Kirriemuir Angus accommodation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Kirriemuir is the birthplace of the world famous author Sir James Barrie of 'Peter Pan' fame.
The famous Angus Glens provide an abundance of activities from gentle rambling, hillwalking, fishing and shooting pursuits.
The area is a must for Golfers with at least 6 great courses within 30 minutes drive from the Hotel - Kirriemuir Golf Course being a mere 5 minutes away.
www.bxb.co.uk /ah/DD8-4HB.HTM   (302 words)

  
 Familia: Angus Council
Held at Angus Archives: Angus electoral rolls, late 20th century only.
Held at Angus Archives: Montrose Burgh papers, 1370 to 1975: Forfar weavers, 1685 to 1878 (also at Forfar library): Dean of guild plans for Carnestie and Montrose: Forfar shoemakers, 1649 to 1898: Montrose hammermen, 1725 to 1762: Arbroath, Brechin, Montrose burgesses: Brechin and Montrose gravestones, plus many more.
Angus parish registers, on microfilm, held at: Arbroath: Brechin: Carnoustie: Forfar: Kirriemuir: Montrose
www.familia.org.uk /services/scotland/angus.html   (296 words)

  
 Hotels in Angus - Lochside Lodge & Roundhouse Restaurant Kirriemuir Angus on Scotland's Personal Hotels
The rooms are ideal for individuals as well as for small groups - perfect for a weekend away from the city or as a base for touring or for sporting / family groups.
Golfing in Angus - Alyth, Kirriemuir & Glenisla are all accessible within 10 minutes drive as well as Rosemount at Blairgowrie whilst Carnoustie is only 45 minutes away.
How to find Us Lochside Lodge Angus: Directions from Kirriemuir - Take B951 towards Glenisla for approx 7 miles, then take left hand turning to Lintrathen and follow this road over the top of the Loch and down into the village over the bridge - we are on the left hand side.
www.scotland-hotels.com /offers/special_events/display/showproperty.php?id=0000000604   (801 words)

  
 Local Community Planning - Kirriemuir and area
Kirriemuir and the Glens partnership was formally established in February 2004.
Statistical information showing progress in the Kirriemuir area can be seen in the Kirriemuir extract (PDF 48K) of the Angus Community Plan Progress Report and Review 2004/05 Indicators Supplement.
The seminar provided the opportunity for community planning partners at a strategic level, representatives from organisations whom work locally and members of the community to come together and discuss local issues, identifying areas where improved joint working may be appropriate.
www.angus.org.uk /kirriemuir   (820 words)

  
 Drumshademuir Caravan & Camping Park, by Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland. Ideal for the Angus Glens and Cairngorms ...
Drumshademuir Caravan and Camping Park, by Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland.
Kirriemuir, ‘The Little Red Town’ is the birthplace of world famous author Sir James Barrie of ‘Peter Pan’ fame and the ‘Thrums’ novels.
The Angus Glens are included within the National Park.
www.drumshademuir.com   (179 words)

  
 Scottish Towns - Kirriemuir, Angus
After Barrie was buried in the cemetary at Kirriemuir there were efforts to remove his house brick by brick and reconstruct it in America.
It was burned in 1641 and lay neglected for over a century before being rebuilt in the 1790's.
he accommodation available in Kirriemuir offers the visitor everything from a bed and breakfast establishment to a five star luxury hotel, all of which offer exceptional standards and quality service.
www.scottish-towns.co.uk /angus/kirriemuir/index.html   (250 words)

  
 Angus & Dundee Kirriemuir Scotland Hotels, Resorts
Find wonderful romantic getaways in Angus & Dundee Kirriemuir Scotland, family vacations, ideas for relaxing in Angus & Dundee Kirriemuir Scotland and great tours of Angus & Dundee Kirriemuir Scotland.
Set at the gateway to the Angus Glens, the Airlie Arms Hotel and The Wynd Restaurant present the best of Scottish hospitality, accommodation and food....
Angus & Dundee Kirriemuir Scotland Hotels, Resorts Travel to Angus & Dundee Kirriemuir Scotland for a great vacation.
www.realadventures.com /pages/scotland/angus-dundee-kirriemuir-accommodation.htm   (241 words)

  
 3 star Kirriemuir hotels Angus budget hotels accommodation B and B autumn breaks Dundee Angus Scotland UK
Wonderfully cosy bedrooms, deliciously uncomplicated cuisine, flexible service and a very homely atmosphere have made it so popular with golfers, country sportspeople, and outdoor enthusiasts.
And Kirriemuir, the 'little red town' is the gateway to the celebrated Angus Glens.
Reaching far into the foothills of the Grampians, they epitomize the Scottish 'great outdoors', and provide opportunities from gentle rambling and hill-walking to serious mountaineering and skiing, from birdwatching and nature pursuits to loch and river fishing, a highland adventure outdoor pursuits centre featuring canoeing and abseiling, and excellent off-road horse riding and trekking.
www.kirriemuir.co.uk   (413 words)

  
 Houses for sale in Kirriemuir - Primelocation
Property to rent in Kirriemuir Estate agents in Kirriemuir
Kirriemuir Property Quick Links: Property in Kirriemuir Flats in Kirriemuir
Charming former manse located on the edge of a small village at the foot of the Angus Glens
www.primelocation.com /uk-property-for-sale/browse/houses/uk/scotland/angus/kirriemuir   (187 words)

  
 T-Shirt Fiend: AC/DC rock tshirt   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Between 1974 and 1978, aided by regular appearances on the nationally-broadcast TV pop music show Countdown, AC/DC became one of the most popular and successful acts in Australia, scoring a string of hit albums and singles including their perennial rock anthem "It's A Long Way To The Top (If You Wanna Rock 'n' Roll)".
with their powerful performances and outrageous stage antics; Angus Young quickly became notorious for mooning the audience and the group was banned from several British venues.
According to Angus Young, Slade was the best musician in AC/DC, but the wish to regroup with Rudd was stronger.
tshirtfiend.com /acdc_rock_tshirt.php   (1617 words)

  
 Angus College
ANGUS College’s Kirriemuir Learning Centre is opening its doors on Saturday (22 April) not for classes but for coffee, tea and a chat.
The Centre, based at Fairlie House, Kirktonhill, is hosting the Open Morning, from 10-12 noon, for anyone who wants to find out more about the Centre’s Drop-in Computing Classes.
For more information contact the Kirriemuir Learning Centre on 01575 575564.
www.angus.ac.uk /shownews.asp?ID=104   (186 words)

  
 Kirriemuir, Angus - UK companies
Angus Organics Ltd, Airlie Estate Office Cortachy, Kirriemuir, Angus DD8 4LY
D and A Clark, Purgavie Farm Lintrathen, Kirriemuir, Angus DD8 5HZ
E.F. Henderson and Son, Whitehillocks Farm Glenclova, Kirriemuir, Angus DD8 4QU
www.agregister.co.uk /town-52900.html   (146 words)

  
 www.myspace.com/angusandthecomputer
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