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Tuesday, 31 May 2011
Kirkintilloch History
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Finds from Barr Hill Fort near Kirkintilloch. The placename Kirkintilloch is derived from Caerpentulach , a Celtic name (Fort at the end o...
Friday, 13 May 2011
A National Scandal at Wallaces Well
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Damage at Wallaces Well A few days ago I was driving past Wallaces Well, when I noticed this damage,which took place recently. Since 200...
Thursday, 5 May 2011
Last First World War Veteran Dies aged 110
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The last known combat veteran of the First World War has died at the age of 110, his family has said. British-born Claude Stanley Choules, ...
Tuesday, 26 April 2011
Kirkintilloch Walks - Barr Hill Roman Fort
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Less than two hours ago I was sitting on the old Furnace of the Cauldarium at the Bath House at Barr Hill Roman Fort. On the way there on...
Monday, 25 April 2011
Kirkintilloch Walks - Reflections on Sawney Bean
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Just back from this morning's 5 mile walk along the Forth and Clyde Canal. Once again the tranquility was spoiled by Pedalphiles (Lycr...
Sunday, 24 April 2011
Sundays walk along the Forth and Clyde Canal
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Just back from my morning walk along the Forth and Clyde Canal, from Kirkintilloch to the Stables and back (about 5 miles). Lovely sunny ...
Saturday, 23 April 2011
The Puffer ""Maryhill"
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Went on a short (2 miles) walk this morning along the Canal, and to Kirkintilloch Marina, where I saw the puffer "Maryhill" a repl...
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