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	Stranraer Feature Page on Undiscovered Scotland
		Stranraer is the largest settlement in south west Scotland.
		At about this time Stranraer was reached by a military road built from Dumfries to allow easier access to Portpatrick, then the main port for Ireland.
		In the 1970s PandO moved their services from Stranraer to a new terminal built nearer the mouth of Loch Ryan at Cairnryan and in 2000 the SeaCat fast catamaran service from Belfast was switched from Stranraer to Troon.
	www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk /stranraer/stranraer/index.html (550 words)

	Stranraer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Stranraer (An t-Sròn Reamhar in Gaelic) is a town in the south of Scotland in the west of the region of Dumfries and Galloway and was formerly in the county of Wigtownshire.
		Stranraer became a burgh of barony in 1596 and a royal burgh in 1617.
		Stranraer and its surrounding area saw a significant amount of activity during the Second World War, as it became a focus for anti u-boat work.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Stranraer (580 words)

	Stranraer F.C. - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Stranraer FC are a football team currently playing in the Scottish Football League.
		Stranraer spent three seasons in the Second Division before winning promotion back to the First Division at the end of the 1997/98 season.
		At the half-way point Stranraer are nine points clear of the second bottom team, Queen of the South and playing some reasonable football.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Stranraer_F.C. (462 words)

	Stranraer Football Club (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Stranraer played some of their best football of the season, and were rewarded with a goal in the 9th minute, scored by Gavin Friels.
		Stranraer improved after the break as Raith struggled to find the elusive second goal, but the closest the visitors came to an equaliser was a late header by Johnstone which flashed just wide.
		Stranraer were awarded a penalty in the 69th minute after David McNamee had handled the ball in the box and Keith Knox slotted the spot kick past Roy in the Saints goal.
	members.aol.com /stairpark/reprts.htm (9038 words)

	Stranraer Football Club
		Stranraer are his fourth senior Club but Tom will definately be remembered, when he retires, as a Kilmarnock player.
		Young took a while to convince a certain section of the support of his ability but he has shown great charactor and is now a firm favourite with the support as a song from the terraces would indicate.
		While his height brings a new dimension to Stranraer's attack, Gordon is also very creative with his feet, and was the Division Two top goal scorer last season, with 13 goals.
	members.aol.com /gav1983/players.htm (1285 words)

	Stranraer News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		STRANRAER 0 THE one hundredth Dumfries Galloway derby was arguably the most important in the series with the team which finishes lower in Division 1 at the end of the season facing the prospect of the...
		STRANRAER have suffered a double blow to their bid to dodge the First Division relegation play-off with Gary McPhee and Ian Ross out for the rest of the season.
		STRANRAER could not prosper from the decision by their manager Neil Watt to turn down the chance of moving to Dundee as they suffered a shock 2-1 Bell's Cup defeat at the hands of Third Division side...
	www.topix.net /world-soccer/stranraer (745 words)

	STRANRAER - LoveToKnow Article on STRANRAER (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Three miles east of Stranraer is Lochinch, the residence of the earl of Stair, a modern structure in the Scots Baronial style.
		It stood on the banks of a small loch and was known as the Monastery of the Green Lake from the mass of confcrvae with which the water was continually covered.
		Four miles west by north of Stranraer is situated Lochnaw Castle, the ancient seat of the Agnews, who were hereditary sheriffs of Galloway till 1747, when hereditable jurisdictions were abolished.
	www.1911ency.org /S/ST/STRANRAER.htm (556 words)

	Historical perspective for Stranraer (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Stranraer or Kennedy's Castle, almost hidden by other buildings, in the centre of the town, is a baronial fortalice founded towards the close of the 15th century.
		The Stranraer Academy, built in 1845 at a cost of £2000, passed, in terms of the Education Act of 1872, to the burgh school board ; and is conducted by three masters, two mistresses, and four assistant teachers.
		Stranraer is the seat of a presbytery in the synod of Galloway ; the living is worth £286 ; whilst that of Sheuchan, with 533 inhabitants, is £237.
	www.geo.ed.ac.uk /scotgaz/towns/townhistory361.html (1525 words)

	Canada's Air Force, Aircraft: Supermarine Stranraer
		Stranraer 914 of 5 Bombing Reconnaissance Squadron on anti-submarine patrol near Halifax.
		In total, 40 Stranraers served in the RCAF from 1938 to 1946, on both coasts, in the anti-submarine role.
		Stranraer 937 was one of four belonging to 117 (Fighter) Squadron.
	www.airforce.forces.gc.ca /equip/historical/stranraerlst_e.asp (417 words)

	Stranraer Ferry Port - EuroDrive
		Port of Stranraer is Scotland's gateway to Ireland, located at the mouth of the River Wyre on the southern tip of Loch Ryan, South West of Scotland.
		Stranraer town centre is surprisingly attractive and bustling and also serves as the gateway to the Rhins of Galloway; roads from here head north to Leswalt and south past Drummore to the Mull of Galloway, Scotland's most southerly point.
		West End and Stranraer Bowling Club are two bowling greens in the town where the visitors are welcome and at Stair Park you can play tennis, watch a football match, or relax in the Gardens of Friendship.
	www.eurodrive.co.uk /ports.asp?ID=31&p=Stranraer (657 words)

	Scotsman.com Business - Transport - Stranraer seeks private backers
		The Stranraer Waterfront Regeneration Project envisages the construction of around 110 homes, a transport depot, a marina, up to 30,000 sq ft of offices and a similar amount of retail and leisure space.
		SE claims it will transform Stranraer from a town known mainly for its ferries into an important leisure and watersport location which will attract tourists from elsewhere in Scotland, Ireland and the north of England.
		Stranraer's is a fragile economy and with them moving out it opens up a 26-acre site for us to get new investment in.
	business.scotsman.com /transport.cfm?id=2166912005 (514 words)

	Supermarine Stranraer
		The Stranraer was designed by J.R. Mitchell as a tender to Air Ministry R.24/31 Specification for a coastal reconnaissance flying-boat for the RAF.
		The Stranraers hull and structure were of metal with the wings and empennage covered with fabric; in some places stainless steel was used.
		The Stranraer served well but lacked the later required longer range, so they were assigned to secondary roles from 1943, being supplanted by the Catalina and Canso; the final aircraft was withdrawn from the RCAF on January 20, 1946.
	1000aircraftphotos.com /HistoryBriefs/SupermarineStranraer.htm (479 words)

	Stranraer 2-0 BrechinBrechin City Football Club News.
		City made the long trip south to Stranraer in what was a must win game for the visitors if they are to somehow pull themselves off of the bottom of the table but even the most optimistic supporter would have said before the match, “We’re doomed!”.
		Stranraer, however, looked reasonably safe from relegation throughout the season until Queens started picking up a few fantastic results, which have seen Stranraer slip down to 9th place.
		Stranraer were dangerous on the counter attack and nearly snatched a third goal when Leigh Hinds cut in from the left, got past a couple of City defenders along the edge of the box before striking for goal but Craig Nelson got down well to save comfortably.
	www.brechin.vitalfootball.co.uk /matchrep.asp?a=14183 (809 words)

	Silver Heading To Stranraer? - The Pie Shop (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		And Stranraer will appeal to many players cos of its close position to the South, and also the ferry access.
		Stranraer might win the league next season, but they'll be relying on two of Partick Thistle, Morton and Peterhead having a bad year.
		St.Mirren are no bigger a club than Stranraer is. We have a more dedicated support, who have stuck by us and will help drive us forward.
	www.pieandbovril.co.uk /forum/index.php?s=a582676c09329c845264b204dd5667ea&showtopic=37457 (1064 words)

	Stranraer History
		There is much to do in Stranraer and its hinterland - outside when the weather is fine, and using the modern facilities of the town in inclement weather.
		Stranraer is a great centre for the serious walker and is skirted by the southern upland way for those who enjoy a garden walk; three famous gardens in the area are open to the public - Castle Kennedy, Glenwhan and Logan.
		Stranraer has several beaches, but travel a few miles out to the Over the years, Stranraer has served as a market town, seaport, garrison town and administrative centre.
	www.classifieds.uk.com /stranraer_history.asp (399 words)

	DGCommunity - Places
		Stranraer and nearby Cairnryan are home to stenaline and PandO Ferries which operates regular ferries to and from Ireland.
		The facility offers a rolling programme of events throughout the year.The facility is open to the public year round and is staffed for chargeable activities such as boat hire during the Easter and Summer school holidays.
		The Castle is in the centre of Stranraer and within walking distance of the ferry terminal.
	www.dgcommunity.net /dgcommunity/Places.aspx?mode=townArea&town=Stranraer (540 words)

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		Stranraer and District Angling Association was founded in 1974 and since then, has controlled and managed some of the productive trout fishing in South West Scotland.
		Stranraer and District Local History Trust was constituted in 1998 at the instigation of Stranraer and District Chamber of Commerce.
		SOULSEAT LOCH (72 acres) is situated approximately 2 miles from Stranraer, by the village of Castle Kennedy.
	www.lycos.com /info/stranraer.html (372 words)

	an online guide to tourism related websites for stranraer, dumfries and galloway
		Stranraer is a busy ferry port in the west of the region.
		A quality guest house in the centre of Stranraer ideal for the one stop traveller or holiday maker as we are situated only a short walk from the Ferry ports and Train station.
		Welcome to Stranraer Golf Club, the last course designed by the highly esteemed James Braid.Situated in South West Scotland on the shores of Loch Ryan, the 6308 yard parkland course is set on gently undulating ground.
	dgvisitor.co.uk /stranraer.htm (954 words)

	Stranraer Ferries to Ireland - Ireland Travel Information Guide
		Stranraer port is situated very close to the town centre and the rail station is located beside the port terminal.
		With the fastest crossing time to Belfast, Stranraer is ideal for visitors to Northern Ireland travelling from Scotland and the north of England.
		The "Stena Caledonia" and "Stena Galloway" are multi-purpose propeller driven ferries, carrying 1,000 passengers and 285 cars each, at around 19 knots to Belfast in about 3 hours.
	www.12travel.co.uk /ie/car_ferries/stranraer.html (198 words)

	Stranraer Mad - Airdrie United 1 Stranraer 0
		For the first hour the match was a one way procession towards the Stranraer goal.
		Midway through the first half it was Stranraer who came closest to scoring, but striker Michael Moore was denied by the woodwork.
		Stranraer, who had been largely content to defend until that point, now threw on all three substitutes and they began to make an impression.
	www.stranraer-mad.co.uk /news/loadrprt.asp?cid=MTCH&id=247543 (359 words)

	Scottish Football Ground Guide - Stair Park, Stranraer Football Club
		Colin Ferguson adds; 'probably the best bet for a drink before the game, is the Stranraer FC Social Club which is situated in North Strand St'.
		As you come into Stranraer either follow the road into the town centre and then turn left onto the A75 (Dumfries) and the ground and park are a short distance down this road on the right.
		Stranraer station is a fifteen minute walk away from the ground.
	www.apwj49.dsl.pipex.com /stranra.htm (982 words)

	Ross County Vs StranraerStranraer FC Fans News & Discussion Site.
		Stranraer headed North to the Highlands to face an in-form ross County side currently riding high in second spot in Bells League Division One.
		County went ahead as early as 7 minutes when after some good build up play the ball was played across the box diagonally and Sean Higgins got his head on the end of it to put the home side ahead.
		Stranraer gradually got more into the game and Michael Moore shaved the post on at least two occasions courtesy of two Lee sharp crosses whilst at the other end a great defensive effort from Stranraer snuffed out the prolific threat of John Rankin.
	www.stranraer.vitalfootball.co.uk /matchrep.asp?a=11031 (374 words)

	Peterhead 1 Stranraer 2 - Stair Park Online
		Peterhead deservedly went in front in the 50th minute when ex Stranraer man Andy Roddy had his goalbound shot deflected into the net by Frazer Wright.
		The Blue Toon failed to build on their lead however and were punished as Stranraer drew level.
		Stranraer: McCondichie, Swift, Wright, Wingate, Henderson, Kevin Finlayson, Jenkins, Grant, Moore, Sharp.
	www.stranraer-fc.co.uk /index.php?showtopic=93 (862 words)

	Stranraer Ferry Port - information for travelling to Stranraer ferry port
		For ferry bookings, please visit our Stranraer Ferry or Ferry to Stranraer pages.
		All trains arrive and depart from Stranraer Station which is located beside the Stena Line foot passenger terminal.
		Express Coach Services operate from Stranraer to Ayr, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Carlisle, Preston, Birmingham, Manchester and London to connect with the arrival of selected Stena HSS sailings.
	www.directferries.co.uk /stranraer.htm (237 words)

	Stranraer Ferries - Book a Stranraer Ferry with A Ferry . to (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Book a Stranraer Ferry for your conventional of fast ferry crossing from Stranraer port to the Irish port of Belfast with Stena Line.
		Stena Line operates two types of ferry between Stranraer and Belfast: - The "Stena Voyager" is a high speed catamaran which travels at 40 knots.
		The East Pier of the Stena Line Ferry terminal is where the boats leave for Belfast from and there is a train station right next to the terminal.
	www.aferryto.com /stranraer-ferry.htm (611 words)

	Stranraer Accommodation Index - Stranraer bed and breakfast, Stranraer guest house and Stranraer hotel accommodation.
		Situated in Stranraer, southwest Scotland, close to the Stena and PandO ferry ports with links across to Ireland, and the rail station with links to Glasgow, Prestwick and Glasgow Airports.
		Located 8 miles from Stranraer, the Homestead is a delightful family run Guest House nestled under the beautiful hills that suround Lochryan and only minutes from the StenaLine and PandO Ferries at Cairnryan.
		Spoutwells is a small working farm, one mile from the ferries and the centre of Stranraer, the seaport of Dumfries and Galloway.
	www.scottishaccommodationindex.com /stranraer.php (462 words)

	Supermarine Stranraer airplane pictures & aircraft photos - RAF Museums
		The Stranraer was the final development of the Southampton flying boat to be put into production and was one of the world's last biplane flying boat.
		Curiously, the Stranraer was built in greater numbers and had a longer service life outside the United Kingdom than with the Royal Air Force.
		Queen Charlotte Airlines continued to use Stranraers into the 1950s, operating from Vancouver and providing a service along the pacific coast of British Columbia.
	www.rafmuseum.org.uk /supermarine-stranraer.htm (205 words)

	Stranraer Ferry - Timetables, prices and Stranraer ferry tickets
		The ferry port of Stranraer is located on the southern edge of Loch Ryan in the south west of Scotland, at the mouth of the River Wyre and is the main ferry port linking Scotland and Northern Ireland.
		Stranraer ferry port terminal is operated by Stena Line, and offers excellent facilities and services to both passenger & freight customers.
		Ferries depart from the east pier of the terminal while the fast Stena HSS Stranraer to Belfast Catamarans leave from the western pier.
	www.directferries.co.uk /stranraer_ferry.htm (226 words)

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