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Langholm | Burgh in Scotland | Dumfries & Galloway | Beautiful town to visit
Langholm is a small and beautiful town in Scotland. Very Historical and lots of walks.
published: 25 Jun 2022
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Aerial Survey of Gilnockie Tower & The River Esk
Another addition to my growing catalogue of aerial surveys.
Gilnockie Tower is a 16th-century tower house, located at the hamlet of Hollows, 2.3 km north of Canonbie, in Dumfries and Galloway, south-west Scotland. The tower is situated on the west bank of the River Esk.
published: 09 Sep 2017
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Kayaking the Nith, Dumfries and Galloway
Level was 1’9”
Created with the #GoPro App on my iPad.
published: 15 Jan 2022
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River Guide - Kinnel Water
The Kinnel Water is one of Dumfries & Galloway/The Scottish Boarders' most frequently paddled rivers. It doesn't take much water to get it going and provides a great paddling session every time! The river can suit many different kayaking abilities. Located just off the A701 7 miles from Moffat going towards Dumfries.
Music: The Mouse Outfit - It's Gonna Be On.
published: 28 Apr 2017
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River Eden & River Esk Channel Rockcliffe
#shglobaladventuretravel #RiverEden #RiverEsk
published: 31 Mar 2020
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Little Things, Big Memories - Dumfries & Galloway’s Food & Drink
Located in the south west corner of Scotland, Dumfries & Galloway is a region packed with flavour and is even home to its very own Food Town, Castle Douglas. From the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in a bright, independent café to the rich, malty scents wafting from the washback of a distillery, it’s not just your taste buds which will be tantalised.
A treat means different things to different folk. It could be sumptuous meal in a fine country house, or maybe just a big scoop of farm-made ice cream – luckily, you can enjoy both in Dumfries & Galloway.
With local producers creating many yummy things, such as artisan chocolates and crisp, refreshing ciders, you can bring a taste of the region home too. The flavours of Dumfries & Galloway are bound to leave an impression on your senses - y...
published: 01 Nov 2017
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Drought fears in Dumfries and Galloway
Scottish Water has urged consumers to conserve water as low rainfall in recent months has resulted in lower levels in reservoirs than normal.
The Dumfries Courier visited the Black Esk Reservoir, near Boreland, Lockerbie, to speak to Scottish Water operations chief Rob Mustard . . .
MORE NEWS AT:
www.dumfriescourier.co.uk
published: 25 Jun 2010
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Loupin Stanes Stone Circle | Dumfries & Galloway | History of Neolithic Scotland | Before Caledonia
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Loupin Stanes Stone Circle, Eskdalemuir, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland.
The enigmatic Loupin Stanes stone circle sits beside the White Esk River and is one of two ancient rings 550m apart. The Loupin Stanes is a small ring with two large entrance stones set on a low platform. The word ‘Loupin’ in Scottish means ‘to jump over’ and ‘Stanes’ translates as stones.
The main feature is the twin entrance Megali...
published: 05 Sep 2020
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Girdle Stanes Stone Circle | Dumfries & Galloway | Neolithic | Scotland History | Before Caledonia
'Before Caledonia' A Journey Through Scotland's Ancient Sites.
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Girdle Stanes Stone Circle | Eskdalemuir | Dumfries & Galloway | Scotland
In a remote part of Dumfries & Galloway is the peculiar Girdle Stanes stone circle. It is highly likely the half shaped ring is a remnent of the Neolithic culture of circa five thousand years ago. A second circle called the ‘Loupin Stanes’ is located 550m away. The Girdle Stanes with its 40m diameter is much larger than the Loupin ring. ...
published: 08 Sep 2020
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Langholm Dumfriesshire. DRS films.
A film about the town of Langholm with the river Esk flowing through it, sometimes refered to as the Muckle Toon.
published: 21 Mar 2009
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Langholm | Burgh in Scotland | Dumfries & Galloway | Beautiful town to visit
Langholm is a small and beautiful town in Scotland. Very Historical and lots of walks.
Langholm is a small and beautiful town in Scotland. Very Historical and lots of walks.
https://wn.com/Langholm_|_Burgh_In_Scotland_|_Dumfries_Galloway_|_Beautiful_Town_To_Visit
Langholm is a small and beautiful town in Scotland. Very Historical and lots of walks.
- published: 25 Jun 2022
- views: 361
6:36
Aerial Survey of Gilnockie Tower & The River Esk
Another addition to my growing catalogue of aerial surveys.
Gilnockie Tower is a 16th-century tower house, located at the hamlet of Hollows, 2.3 km north of Can...
Another addition to my growing catalogue of aerial surveys.
Gilnockie Tower is a 16th-century tower house, located at the hamlet of Hollows, 2.3 km north of Canonbie, in Dumfries and Galloway, south-west Scotland. The tower is situated on the west bank of the River Esk.
https://wn.com/Aerial_Survey_Of_Gilnockie_Tower_The_River_Esk
Another addition to my growing catalogue of aerial surveys.
Gilnockie Tower is a 16th-century tower house, located at the hamlet of Hollows, 2.3 km north of Canonbie, in Dumfries and Galloway, south-west Scotland. The tower is situated on the west bank of the River Esk.
- published: 09 Sep 2017
- views: 406
5:16
Kayaking the Nith, Dumfries and Galloway
Level was 1’9”
Created with the #GoPro App on my iPad.
Level was 1’9”
Created with the #GoPro App on my iPad.
https://wn.com/Kayaking_The_Nith,_Dumfries_And_Galloway
Level was 1’9”
Created with the #GoPro App on my iPad.
- published: 15 Jan 2022
- views: 64
2:24
River Guide - Kinnel Water
The Kinnel Water is one of Dumfries & Galloway/The Scottish Boarders' most frequently paddled rivers. It doesn't take much water to get it going and provides a ...
The Kinnel Water is one of Dumfries & Galloway/The Scottish Boarders' most frequently paddled rivers. It doesn't take much water to get it going and provides a great paddling session every time! The river can suit many different kayaking abilities. Located just off the A701 7 miles from Moffat going towards Dumfries.
Music: The Mouse Outfit - It's Gonna Be On.
https://wn.com/River_Guide_Kinnel_Water
The Kinnel Water is one of Dumfries & Galloway/The Scottish Boarders' most frequently paddled rivers. It doesn't take much water to get it going and provides a great paddling session every time! The river can suit many different kayaking abilities. Located just off the A701 7 miles from Moffat going towards Dumfries.
Music: The Mouse Outfit - It's Gonna Be On.
- published: 28 Apr 2017
- views: 887
0:54
Little Things, Big Memories - Dumfries & Galloway’s Food & Drink
Located in the south west corner of Scotland, Dumfries & Galloway is a region packed with flavour and is even home to its very own Food Town, Castle Douglas. Fr...
Located in the south west corner of Scotland, Dumfries & Galloway is a region packed with flavour and is even home to its very own Food Town, Castle Douglas. From the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in a bright, independent café to the rich, malty scents wafting from the washback of a distillery, it’s not just your taste buds which will be tantalised.
A treat means different things to different folk. It could be sumptuous meal in a fine country house, or maybe just a big scoop of farm-made ice cream – luckily, you can enjoy both in Dumfries & Galloway.
With local producers creating many yummy things, such as artisan chocolates and crisp, refreshing ciders, you can bring a taste of the region home too. The flavours of Dumfries & Galloway are bound to leave an impression on your senses - you’ll linger for more.
Video locations:
Street Lights Coffee House, Castle Douglas https://en-gb.facebook.com/pg/Street-Lights-Coffee-House-370797449635859
Annandale Distillery, Annan https://www.visitscotland.com/info/tours/annandale-distillery-p1145411
Blackaddie House Hotel, Sanquhar https://www.visitscotland.com/info/accommodation/blackaddie-house-hotel-p224501
Cream o’ Galloway, near Gatehouse of Fleet https://www.visitscotland.com/info/food-drink/cream-o-galloway-p253231
The Cocobean Café , Twynholm http://www.thecocoabeancompany.com/cocoabean-cafe/
Waulkmill Cider, Langholm https://www.visitscotland.com/info/food-drink/waulkmill-cider-p826681
The Crown Hotel, Portpatrick https://www.crownhotelportpatrick.com/
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https://wn.com/Little_Things,_Big_Memories_Dumfries_Galloway’S_Food_Drink
Located in the south west corner of Scotland, Dumfries & Galloway is a region packed with flavour and is even home to its very own Food Town, Castle Douglas. From the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in a bright, independent café to the rich, malty scents wafting from the washback of a distillery, it’s not just your taste buds which will be tantalised.
A treat means different things to different folk. It could be sumptuous meal in a fine country house, or maybe just a big scoop of farm-made ice cream – luckily, you can enjoy both in Dumfries & Galloway.
With local producers creating many yummy things, such as artisan chocolates and crisp, refreshing ciders, you can bring a taste of the region home too. The flavours of Dumfries & Galloway are bound to leave an impression on your senses - you’ll linger for more.
Video locations:
Street Lights Coffee House, Castle Douglas https://en-gb.facebook.com/pg/Street-Lights-Coffee-House-370797449635859
Annandale Distillery, Annan https://www.visitscotland.com/info/tours/annandale-distillery-p1145411
Blackaddie House Hotel, Sanquhar https://www.visitscotland.com/info/accommodation/blackaddie-house-hotel-p224501
Cream o’ Galloway, near Gatehouse of Fleet https://www.visitscotland.com/info/food-drink/cream-o-galloway-p253231
The Cocobean Café , Twynholm http://www.thecocoabeancompany.com/cocoabean-cafe/
Waulkmill Cider, Langholm https://www.visitscotland.com/info/food-drink/waulkmill-cider-p826681
The Crown Hotel, Portpatrick https://www.crownhotelportpatrick.com/
Subscribe: https://goo.gl/v8Rfpp
Visit our website: https://www.visitscotland.com/
Like our Facebook page: https://goo.gl/28ZRdn
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- published: 01 Nov 2017
- views: 29594
2:40
Drought fears in Dumfries and Galloway
Scottish Water has urged consumers to conserve water as low rainfall in recent months has resulted in lower levels in reservoirs than normal.
The Dumfries Cour...
Scottish Water has urged consumers to conserve water as low rainfall in recent months has resulted in lower levels in reservoirs than normal.
The Dumfries Courier visited the Black Esk Reservoir, near Boreland, Lockerbie, to speak to Scottish Water operations chief Rob Mustard . . .
MORE NEWS AT:
www.dumfriescourier.co.uk
https://wn.com/Drought_Fears_In_Dumfries_And_Galloway
Scottish Water has urged consumers to conserve water as low rainfall in recent months has resulted in lower levels in reservoirs than normal.
The Dumfries Courier visited the Black Esk Reservoir, near Boreland, Lockerbie, to speak to Scottish Water operations chief Rob Mustard . . .
MORE NEWS AT:
www.dumfriescourier.co.uk
- published: 25 Jun 2010
- views: 988
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Loupin Stanes Stone Circle | Dumfries & Galloway | History of Neolithic Scotland | Before Caledonia
Before Caledonia 'A Journey Through Scotland's Ancient Sites'.
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Before Caledonia 'A Journey Through Scotland's Ancient Sites'.
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Loupin Stanes Stone Circle, Eskdalemuir, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland.
The enigmatic Loupin Stanes stone circle sits beside the White Esk River and is one of two ancient rings 550m apart. The Loupin Stanes is a small ring with two large entrance stones set on a low platform. The word ‘Loupin’ in Scottish means ‘to jump over’ and ‘Stanes’ translates as stones.
The main feature is the twin entrance Megaliths at around 1.5m high on a West South West orientation. A further ten much smaller and unevenly spaced boulders complete a twelve stone, 10m diameter ring. Perhaps our ancient ancestors chose the number twelve to represent the twelve months in a year.
The original function of the circle will never be known but a few theories is a cosmic observatory, a multifunctional space for life events such as birth, death, marriage and coming of age. The Solstices and Equinox’s may have been witnessed and celebrated from inside the circle.
In Caroline Hoare and Gary Biltcliffe’s excellent book ‘The Spine of Albion’ the female dragon current known as ‘Elen’ flows through the stones. Scottish Archaeoastronomer, Professor Alexander Thom (well known for the Megalithic yard) measured the ring and found a ‘Type A Flattened Circle’.
Aubrey Burl stated between the pillars appeared to indicate sunset in early November or late January which suggests the Celtic festivals of Samhain and Imbolc. These are cross quarter days between the Solstices and Equinox’s. The Loupin Stanes is similar in design to Faskally stone circle in Pitlochry.
A personal theory is The Loupin Stanes may be the male circle with the phalic like entrance stones. The close by Girdle Stanes could be the female site with its close connection to the water of the White Esk river and the shape of the half circle perhaps symbolic of the crescent moon.
The local vicinity is very interesting with an archaeological trail of forts, settlements and King Schaw’s grave. The circle is situated near the small village of Eskdalemuir on the B709 road and about fifteen miles from Lockerbie. Also close by is the well known Samye-Ling Tibetan Centre. A small car park is provided with an information board on both circles
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Before Caledonia 'A Journey Through Scotland's Ancient Sites'.
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Loupin Stanes Stone Circle, Eskdalemuir, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland.
The enigmatic Loupin Stanes stone circle sits beside the White Esk River and is one of two ancient rings 550m apart. The Loupin Stanes is a small ring with two large entrance stones set on a low platform. The word ‘Loupin’ in Scottish means ‘to jump over’ and ‘Stanes’ translates as stones.
The main feature is the twin entrance Megaliths at around 1.5m high on a West South West orientation. A further ten much smaller and unevenly spaced boulders complete a twelve stone, 10m diameter ring. Perhaps our ancient ancestors chose the number twelve to represent the twelve months in a year.
The original function of the circle will never be known but a few theories is a cosmic observatory, a multifunctional space for life events such as birth, death, marriage and coming of age. The Solstices and Equinox’s may have been witnessed and celebrated from inside the circle.
In Caroline Hoare and Gary Biltcliffe’s excellent book ‘The Spine of Albion’ the female dragon current known as ‘Elen’ flows through the stones. Scottish Archaeoastronomer, Professor Alexander Thom (well known for the Megalithic yard) measured the ring and found a ‘Type A Flattened Circle’.
Aubrey Burl stated between the pillars appeared to indicate sunset in early November or late January which suggests the Celtic festivals of Samhain and Imbolc. These are cross quarter days between the Solstices and Equinox’s. The Loupin Stanes is similar in design to Faskally stone circle in Pitlochry.
A personal theory is The Loupin Stanes may be the male circle with the phalic like entrance stones. The close by Girdle Stanes could be the female site with its close connection to the water of the White Esk river and the shape of the half circle perhaps symbolic of the crescent moon.
The local vicinity is very interesting with an archaeological trail of forts, settlements and King Schaw’s grave. The circle is situated near the small village of Eskdalemuir on the B709 road and about fifteen miles from Lockerbie. Also close by is the well known Samye-Ling Tibetan Centre. A small car park is provided with an information board on both circles
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Before Caledonia is a historical project which looks at the vast prehistoric sites in Scotland and focuses on the Neolithic and Bronze Age, stone circles standing stones and rock art.
Please consider becoming a PATREON for exclusive benefits while supporting my work, thanks to my current PATREONS, join 'Before Caledonia' on Facebook, thanks for watching and a HUGE thanks to our ancient ancestors.
- published: 05 Sep 2020
- views: 338
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Girdle Stanes Stone Circle | Dumfries & Galloway | Neolithic | Scotland History | Before Caledonia
'Before Caledonia' A Journey Through Scotland's Ancient Sites.
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Girdle Stanes Stone Circle | Eskdalemuir | Dumfries & Galloway | Scotland
In a remote part of Dumfries & Galloway is the peculiar Girdle Stanes stone circle. It is highly likely the half shaped ring is a remnent of the Neolithic culture of circa five thousand years ago. A second circle called the ‘Loupin Stanes’ is located 550m away. The Girdle Stanes with its 40m diameter is much larger than the Loupin ring.
The Girdle Stanes is unusual in only half a circle survives. It is thought the White Esk river has changed course over thousands of years and taken the western portion of the ring. Is it possible our ancient ancestors only constructed half a circle? Or could the Loupin Stanes have been constructed after half the Girdle Stanes was washed away.
In the present day roughly twenty six boulders make up a semi-circle. It is though up to forty five stones would have completed the ring. A possible entrance is situated in the south east arc with the highest stone at the north arc.
The half circle arrangement is very rare however another semi ring can be found on the Isle of Lewis at Bernera Bridge known as Callanish VIII. This site is also directly next to water. Perhaps water spirits were important to the ancient architects.
‘The Spine of Albion’ book by Gary Biltcliffe and Caroline Hoar, tracks a ley line with a male and female current. This line goes from Southern England to Northern Scotland. The female current called ‘Elen’ passes through the Girdle Stanes, along with the White Esk water directly next to the stones and the half circle shape perhaps representing the first or third quarter moon phase. Could these three elements point to the site being female? With the close by Loupin Stanes being the male site.
A geophysical survey was carried out by Geoquest in November 1993. The results indicate several pits within the enclosure with further pits along the line of the ring. It is thought the name ‘Girdle’ comes from a cooking utensil or flat rounded surface.
The local vicinity is very interesting with an archaeological trail of forts, settlements and King Schaw’s grave. The circle is situated near the small village of Eskdalemuir on the B709 road and about fifteen miles North East of Lockerbie. Also close by is the well known Samye-Ling Tibetan Centre. A small car park is provided close to the Loupin Stanes with an information board on both circles.
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Before Caledonia is a historical project which looks at the vast prehistoric sites in Scotland and focuses on the Neolithic and Bronze Age, stone circles standing stones and rock art.
Please consider becoming a PATREON for exclusive benefits while supporting my work, thanks to my current PATREONS, join 'Before Caledonia' on Facebook, thanks for watching and a HUGE thanks to our ancient ancestors.
Mermaid by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100671
Artist: http://incompetech.com/
https://wn.com/Girdle_Stanes_Stone_Circle_|_Dumfries_Galloway_|_Neolithic_|_Scotland_History_|_Before_Caledonia
'Before Caledonia' A Journey Through Scotland's Ancient Sites.
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Girdle Stanes Stone Circle | Eskdalemuir | Dumfries & Galloway | Scotland
In a remote part of Dumfries & Galloway is the peculiar Girdle Stanes stone circle. It is highly likely the half shaped ring is a remnent of the Neolithic culture of circa five thousand years ago. A second circle called the ‘Loupin Stanes’ is located 550m away. The Girdle Stanes with its 40m diameter is much larger than the Loupin ring.
The Girdle Stanes is unusual in only half a circle survives. It is thought the White Esk river has changed course over thousands of years and taken the western portion of the ring. Is it possible our ancient ancestors only constructed half a circle? Or could the Loupin Stanes have been constructed after half the Girdle Stanes was washed away.
In the present day roughly twenty six boulders make up a semi-circle. It is though up to forty five stones would have completed the ring. A possible entrance is situated in the south east arc with the highest stone at the north arc.
The half circle arrangement is very rare however another semi ring can be found on the Isle of Lewis at Bernera Bridge known as Callanish VIII. This site is also directly next to water. Perhaps water spirits were important to the ancient architects.
‘The Spine of Albion’ book by Gary Biltcliffe and Caroline Hoar, tracks a ley line with a male and female current. This line goes from Southern England to Northern Scotland. The female current called ‘Elen’ passes through the Girdle Stanes, along with the White Esk water directly next to the stones and the half circle shape perhaps representing the first or third quarter moon phase. Could these three elements point to the site being female? With the close by Loupin Stanes being the male site.
A geophysical survey was carried out by Geoquest in November 1993. The results indicate several pits within the enclosure with further pits along the line of the ring. It is thought the name ‘Girdle’ comes from a cooking utensil or flat rounded surface.
The local vicinity is very interesting with an archaeological trail of forts, settlements and King Schaw’s grave. The circle is situated near the small village of Eskdalemuir on the B709 road and about fifteen miles North East of Lockerbie. Also close by is the well known Samye-Ling Tibetan Centre. A small car park is provided close to the Loupin Stanes with an information board on both circles.
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Before Caledonia is a historical project which looks at the vast prehistoric sites in Scotland and focuses on the Neolithic and Bronze Age, stone circles standing stones and rock art.
Please consider becoming a PATREON for exclusive benefits while supporting my work, thanks to my current PATREONS, join 'Before Caledonia' on Facebook, thanks for watching and a HUGE thanks to our ancient ancestors.
Mermaid by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100671
Artist: http://incompetech.com/
- published: 08 Sep 2020
- views: 321
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Langholm Dumfriesshire. DRS films.
A film about the town of Langholm with the river Esk flowing through it, sometimes refered to as the Muckle Toon.
A film about the town of Langholm with the river Esk flowing through it, sometimes refered to as the Muckle Toon.
https://wn.com/Langholm_Dumfriesshire._Drs_Films.
A film about the town of Langholm with the river Esk flowing through it, sometimes refered to as the Muckle Toon.
- published: 21 Mar 2009
- views: 2091