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	List of burghs in Scotland - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Burghs were highly autonomous units of local government in Scotland from at least the 12th century until their abolition in 1975 when a new regional structure of local government was introduced across the country.
		One of the Aberdeen Burghs 1708 to 1832
		One of the Stirling and Falkirk Burghs 1918 to 1950
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/List_of_burghs_in_Scotland (1460 words)

	Stirling - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A former capital of the Kingdom of Scotland, Stirling was a royal burgh until 1975.
		Stirling had both a smaller proportion of under 16's, at 16.7% compared to the Scottish average of 19.2% and a smaller proportion of those of pensionable age - 17.8% - compared to the Scottish average of 18.6%.
		In terms of national government, there is a Stirling constituency of the Scottish Parliament with the MSP being Sylvia Jackson of the Labour Party and a Stirling constituency of the House of Commons represented by Anne McGuire of the Labour Party.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Stirling (1125 words)

	Scotland
		Royal burgh status is also awarded by Royal charter, and is held by 66 places.
		The Royal Standard of Scotland, a banner showing the old royal arms of the Kings of Scotland is also frequently to be seen, particuarly at sporting events involving a Scottish team.
		The Royal Coat of Arms of Scotland, used prior to 1603 by the Kings of Scotland, incorporated a lion rampant shield supported by two unicorns.
	www.brainyencyclopedia.com /encyclopedia/s/sc/scotland.html (5723 words)

	Stirling Tourist Information on AboutBritain.com
		From very early times Stirling was established as a place of importance; the great rock was the obvious choice on which to build a fortress, and the flat lands beneath were the lowest point for a river crossing.
		Stirling was a Royal Residence to the Stuart Kings during the 15th-17th centuries and a favoured seat of government, its castle strong and centrally situated.
		Mary Queen of Scots was baptised at Stirling Castle in 1543 and she spent her childhood in the town.
	www.aboutbritain.com /towns/stirling.asp (804 words)

	Walled Towns Friendship Circle
		The Royal Burgh of Stirling, in central Scotland, is the gateway to the Scottish Highlands.
		Stirling's town wall was constructed in 1547, when King Henry VIII of England was seeking to force the infant Mary, Queen of Scots, to marry his son Edward.
		Stirling at this time was the home of the Scottish royal court and was continually under threat of attack.
	www.walledtowns.com /wtfc/towninfo/scotland/stirling.html (449 words)

	Stirling Town Map - Ronald P A Smith Street Plans
		Rising abruptly from the plain is the rocky volcanic outcrop crowned by the Stirling Castle, its eastern slopes occupied by the steep streets of the old town.
		Stirling was, until 1890, the lowest bridging point on the Forth, giving the town a great strategic significance, perpetuated by its present position on Scotland's motorway network.
		Stirling Castle became the main seat of the Scottish monarchy until the Union of the Crowns in 1603.
	www.rpasmith.co.uk /stirling.htm (1285 words)

	MBA In Entrepreneurship and Business Venturing From The University of Stirling - The University (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Stirling has emerged as a leading cultural and business centre, with ongoing regeneration in both industry and the arts attracting investment from home and abroad.
		Stirling is located in central Scotland and is well connected to the major UK road and rail networks.
		The University of Stirling was granted its Royal Charter in September 1967, some three hundred and fifty years after King James VI of Scotland (James I of England) had promised to fund a ‘free college’ in Stirling.
	www.mbaentrepreneurship.com /theuniversity.htm (891 words)

	Stirling, Falkirk, Clackmannanshire & the Campsies - Official Scotland Area Tourist Board Website
		Stirling is the heritage capital of Scotland, and was awarded city status as part of Her Majesty the Queen’s Golden Jubilee celebrations in 2002.
		Stirling Castle, perched on its rocky crag surveying the surrounding land, is one of Scotland’s grandest.
		Stirling’s swimming pool, Rainbow Slides, has a 25 metre pool and a learner area, as well as multi-coloured water slides.
	www.visitscottishheartlands.com /areas/stirling/royalstirling.cfm (713 words)

	Interactive University : Partners : University of Stirling (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The University of Stirling was opened in 1967 on a brand new campus built on the estate of the 18th Century Airthrey Castle.
		Lying two miles from the Royal Burgh of Stirling, the University's location and history provide some clue as to what makes Stirling that bit different from other UK universities.
		Stirling’s excellent and established reputation for academic excellence sits well with IU’s skills and expertise in e-learning and exporting education.
	www.interactiveuniversity.net /partners/PartnerView.aspx?partner=15 (292 words)

	Scotland Guide - General information - City status
		Dunblane) or Royal Burgh status (Elgin), however the two are independent - there were 68 Royal Burghs in Scotland at the time of their formal abolishment in 1975.
		It also gave a certain importance to towns that were not burghs or royal burghs and differentiated them from ordinary villages.
		Burghs had special trading privileges, which were very important to the prosperty of the town and its inhabitants.
	www.siliconglen.com /Scotland/1_24.html (1319 words)

	Stirling : Scottish Tourist Destination 20 minutes from Lenymede B and B
		To the north-east of Stirling are the Ochil Hills with their mill towns, to the west on the southern boundary of the Forth valley, the Gargunnock Hills and the Campsie Fells, and on the northern boundary The Trossachs, famed as the territory of Rob Roy.
		Stirling's principal church for nigh on 500 years, parts of the nave and tower still date back to the late fifteenth century.
		Whilst Stirling itself lay at such an important strategic point, being located at the first bridged crossing point of the Forth, the volcanic outcropping provided an excellent site for fortification and the earliest known works date back to the 11th century.
	www.lenymede.demon.co.uk /stirling.html (1208 words)

	The Venue and City of Stirling
		The University of Stirling was opened in 1967 on a brand new campus building on the estate of the 18th Century Airthrey Castle.
		Stirling, Scotland’s ancient capital and the original seat of the Scottish crown, has played a pivotal role in Scotland’s history.
		Stirling Town Centre is located 50 minutes from Edinburgh by train and 40 minutes from Glasgow by train.
	www.niace.org.uk /Conferences/PASCAL-Stirling.htm (413 words)

	List of UK place names with royal patronage - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Although several English boroughs sometimes are called "royal", there are actually only three boroughs that have legal right to the title "Royal Borough": Kensington and Chelsea, Kingston upon Thames, and Windsor and Maidenhead.
		They all received this honorary title during or shortly after the reign of Queen Victoria to signify that they had a special standing with the royal family:
		Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea - title originally given to Kensington in 1901, fulfilling a wish by Queen Victoria to honour her birthplace.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Royal_Borough (147 words)

	Stirling Tours
		Stirling, the ancient capital of Scotland, lies at the heart of the nation's history - its strategic position being recognised by many a friend and foe.
		The National Wallace Monument was built in commemoration of Sir William Wallace on another rocky outcrop overlooking the scene of his greatest triumph, the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
		Doune, Dunblane and Bridge of Allan are attractive towns lying close to Stirling on tributaries of the River Forth.
	www.visitscottishheartlands.com /areas/stirling/tours/index.cfm (646 words)

	Virtual Vault - Minute Books
		The growing population and wealth of the burgh was reflected in some unexpected ways; for example, by the creation of a new cemetery to supplement the space available in the Holy Rude churchyard, and by the decision to number the houses of the inhabitants.
		Stirling was no parochial backwater interested solely in local concerns; it clearly saw itself as being involved in and concerned with the struggles and sacrifices of Empire.
		The Burgh joined the Association for the Vindication of Scottish Rights in 1853 in an attempt to secure relief from those perceived injustices, and, only a few years later, took a prominent role in promoting the cult of William Wallace.
	www.scan.org.uk /researchrtools/stirling_minutes.htm (995 words)

	Plane Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The Royal Burgh of Stirling is steeped in history.
		Nowadays you can literally touch and feel the sense of history and nationhood which is Stirling's trademark, as you meander through the Old Town, enter the spectacular cliff-top castle or sample the town's unique 'living history' events programme.
		The area to the North and East is an area of dramatic contrasts, combining the rich farming patchwork of Fife with the high hills of Perthshire, the city bustle of Dundee on the east coast with the silence of the Angus glens.
	www.celticcastles.com /castles/planecastle/html/area.htm (863 words)

	EUROPEAN FEDERATION OF INTERNAL MEDICINE 3rd Congress (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		A visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia, the famous yacht which played a major role in the life of the current British Royal Family is also included.
		The Royal Burgh of Stirling was the main gateway to the Highlands back in the 12th century.
		Stirling Castle had its most active moments during Scotland’s Wars of Independence, the most famous being 1296 when it was recaptured from the English by William Wallace, as depicted in the movie Braveheart.
	www.akm.ch /efim2001/accomp/main.htm (266 words)

	Historic City Of Stirling near to Panholes Cottages
		Our 5 star self catering holiday cottage is near to Stirling and the wealth of attractions it has to offer visitors.
		During the Jacobite rebellions of 1715 and 1745 Stirling was again besieged and at the centre of the troubles.
		Stirling also has great shops and leisure facilities; as well as wonderful restaurants and cafes.
	www.panholescottages.co.uk /service-detail.asp?id=18 (586 words)

	Postgraduate and Graduate Study - University of Stirling (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Located at the foot of the Ochil Hills, the University of Stirling was opened in 1967.
		Stirling's Graduate Research School provides seminars and services to the University's research community.
		Here at the University of Stirling, we feel it is very important that if you are considering studying at Stirling you should visit the campus to see for yourself what is on offer.
	www.external.stir.ac.uk /postgrad/visit/index.php (327 words)

	Higgins Family (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Stirling Castle and town are medieval in origin.
		Tullibody could not be described as a tourist attraction but it lies in a lovely setting about two miles from the foot of the Ochil hills, about 4 miles from the Royal Burgh of Stirling, and 3 miles from the Burgh of Alloa.
		On hearing of the position and strength of the enemy, he assembled his nobles and troops on the Crofts east of the River Devon and pitched his camp for the night on the western slopes of what is now known as the Baingle Brae (very near our house).
	www.btinternet.com /~k.higgins/localhistory.htm (681 words)

	Historic Stirling
		Down from the castle is Argyll's Lodging, perhaps Scotland's most important surviving 17th century renaissance mansion, while the Tolbooth, a little further on was Stirling's court and notorious prison.
		Close by is the Royal Burgh of Stirling Visitor Centre, for a fascinating insight into 1,000 years of Stirling's history.
		From Stirling, travel the short distance to the Bannockburn Heritage Centre which relates the tale of the Battle of Bannockburn (1314).
	www.visitscotland.com /aboutscotland/explorebymap/westhighlands/campsies/historicstirling (185 words)

	Details of Stirling (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Situated in the Midland Valley of Central Scotland, Stirling is bounded to the south by a series of hills that include the Campsie Fells, Fintry Hills and Gargunnock Hills.
		To the west Stirling is bounded by Loch Lomond and to the east it abuts Clackmannanshire.
		Until it was drained and reclaimed in the 18th-19th centuries, the Carse of Forth restricted north-south movement, forcing travellers to pass through the royal burgh of Stirling whose castle guarded a strategic north-south routeway and crossing of the River Forth.
	www.geo.ed.ac.uk /scotgaz/councils/councildetails28.html (543 words)

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		I think it is extremely likely that the man who put np the sun-dial in Broad Street, Stirling, was the man who erected the tombstone which, as it bears his own name, may have been raised in the first instance as a memorial to mark the family burying-ground.
		John Service was a rather notable mason in Stirling in the first half of the seventeenth century; and I am of opinion that there was only one of the name - not two as Mr Morris suggests.
		The lodge of Stirling consented to the arrangement set forth and three men signed on its behalf, one of whom was John Service who is described as "master of the Craftis in Stirling." But for this reference, and the allusion to him in the Burgh Records already referred to, John Service is unknown in history.
	www.linshaw.com /omtp/vol5no2.html (1573 words)

	New Homes in Clackmannan, near Alloa and Stirling (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		A former county town situated in an historic area, Clackmannan is just three miles from the bustling town of Alloa and eight miles from the Royal Burgh of Stirling.
		Once a royal residence dating back to the 12th century, when Malcolm IV lived where the remains of Clackmannan Tower now stands, much of the town's Main Street was constructed in the late 16th century.
		Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument attract many visitors each year and Clackmannan is well placed for those wishing to explore the area.
	www.caledoniahomes.com /pinewood_a.php (398 words)

	Towns near Glasgow on AboutBritain.com
		Kerrycroy is a peaceful village on the Isle of Bute, with a fine sandy bay and a stone pier, directly south of Rothesay at the end of the shore road.
		Rothesay - Declared a Royal Burgh by King Robert III in 1400, home of wealthy Victorian industrialists and popular tourist resort - Rothesay has played many roles over the centuries, and each is reflected in the town's architecture.
		Port Bannatyne is in Kames Bay, a mile or so beyond the outskirts of Rothesay on the Isle of Bute.
	www.aboutbritain.com /TownsNearGlasgow.asp (477 words)

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		No matter from which direction Stirling is approached, it is the castle and the Wallace monument that come first into view, dominating the skyline.
		Once a county town with a bustling market, Stirling is now home to its own university (founded 1967) and as it was built around its own loch it can lay claim to being the only university in the world where students can go sailing on campus!
		The exact date of construction is not known and it is believed that the end result is not exactly what was originally planned.
	www.scotlandrus.com /stirling.html (480 words)

	Stirling in Scotland - Stirling Visitor Centre (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		From the Wars of Independence, through the reign of the Stuart monarchs to it's time as medieval burgh,Stirling has played a central role in Scotland's history for hundreds of years.
		There are many historic attractions to visit in the town.
		Entry is free to this multi-lingual, audio-visual show which glimpses into the full history of Stirling's monarchs, nobles, merchants, craftsmen and common folk over 1,000 years.
	www.instirling.com /sight/visitor.htm (83 words)

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		Tullibody could not be described as a tourist attraction but it lies in a lovely setting about two miles from the foot of the Ochil hills, about 7 miles from the Royal Burgh of Stirling, and 2 miles from the Burgh of Alloa.
		On hearing of the position and strength of the enemy, he assembled his nobles and troops on the Crofts east of the River Devon and pitched his camp for the night on the western slopes of what is now known as the Baingle Brae.
		On meeting the enemy at the exact site where Cambuskenneth Abbey was later built in 1147, alongside the River Forth near Stirling, they set upon them with such skill and fierce determination that, in a few hours, the Picts were totally routed, having suffered immense slaughter.
	www.macalpineclan.com /sys-tmpl/mar2002 (728 words)

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