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Dingwall Environment

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Dingwall and the Environment

Situated at the head of the Cromarty Firth, Dingwall is a small market town, but was the capital of Scotland to the Vikings. The countryside on either side contrasts starkly. To the east is the Black Isle, one of the richest agricultural areas in Scotland, with many attractions for visitors. Cromarty, at its eastern edge, is a wonderful mix of old buildings, one of the most interesting villages in Scotland. This whole area is great for wildlife lovers, with the best dolphin-watching areas in the UK as well as frequently seen magnificent Red Kites.

West of Dingwall the landscape is much more rugged, with fine woodland walks along the Blackwater river, with Rogie Falls only one example of the wonderful cascades in this area. Higher up, the valley becomes hemmed in by even higher mountains, with Ben Wyvis a true giant with magnificent views.

View of Dingwall from Mitchell Hill

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James' Bridge

James Blake was a much loved young man who died in February 2019. He and his wife Sarah lived near the former harbour at the end of what was once Dingwall’s canal. The canal fell into disuse in the 1880s but since that time its banks have been popular walkways for townsfolk and with the provision of a footbridge at the harbour end it was possible to have an extended, circular walk. This was something James and Sarah loved to do …..

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The Peffery Way

The Peffery Way Association has been established with the aim of creating a low level foot/cycle path link between Strathpeffer and Dingwall using the disused railway line as much as possible.

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Dingwall » Dingwall Places » Dingwall Churches » Dingwall Castle St Church Centenary

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Rev. Malcolm Buchanan, M.A., 1952-1972

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Pedestal offering box.

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To the Glory of God and sacred to the memory of Donald Cameron, Elder and Session Clerk of this Church. Died 16 December 1960. These choir chairs were presented by his widow.

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Pulpit and choir chairs.

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Sketch (1981) by Mrs Sue Hughan, the daughter of the late Mr Murdo Bethune and of Mrs Mary Bethune.

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The clock in the Church and the one in the Hall were presented by the choir; the Vestry furniture was supplied by the children of the Congregation. Another elder made the picture frames and tables. Someone offered a handsome donation towards a bell (which was never actually installed).

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Plaque on the clock.

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Pedestal offering box plaque. Presented by Provost Colin Stewart of Dingwall to the United Free Church Dingwall in 1909.

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Castle Street Church of 1909.

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Church hall.

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Church hall lectern.

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Church interior from pulpit looking towards organ gallery.

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Church interior.

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Church interior.

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Roll of Honour 1939-45

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Lectern Bible. Presented by Mr. James Ritchie, Mrs. Anne McRae and Mr. David Ritchie in 1988 in memory of their parents Mr. James Ritchie (ex- Postmaster in Dingwall) and Mrs. Nan Ritchie.

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Lectern and Bible In 1957 a reading lectern was purchased by the Church and on the 10th November 1957 (Armistice Day) Mrs. Dorothy White unveiled the lectern and plaque in memory of six members of the Congregation who gave their lives in the World War 1939-1945.

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Rev. Murdo MacAskill, M.A.

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Rev. Ranald McDonald, M.A., 1904-1929

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Rev. Alexander McLean, M.A., 1930-1932

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Rev. Donald McLeod, M.A., 1946-1951

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Rev. J. H. Boyd McPhail, B.A., 1940-1945

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Rev. Archy MacVicar, M.A., 1973-1986

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Kirk Session members during the ministry of Rev Malcolm Buchanan.

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Plaque reads: The west gable of this Church is dedicated to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Hector Crawford, Provost of Dingwall 1919-1927, and his wife Lillie Nicol Crawford. Erected by their Daughter 1950.

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Communion table and chairs.

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Memorial Plaque of 1st World War 1914-1918 On this plaque are 26 names of those who gave their lives in the 1914-1918 World War and whose families were members and adherents of Castle Street Church of Scotland. "Greater love hath no man than this"

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Stained glass window.

Dingwall Environment

Dingwall and the Environment

James' Bridge

The Peffery Way

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The Secretary, Ross and Cromarty Heritage Society, Tigh na Cadalach, Hawthorn Road, Muir of Ord. IV6 7RL.

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