Kirkton of Durris explained

Kirkton of Durris is a hamlet in the Kincardine and Mearns area of Aberdeenshire, Scotland.[1]

Structures

Historic structures in the vicinity include Maryculter House, Durris House and Muchalls Castle.

History

A short history of the parish of Durris was written in 2019: The Parish of Durris: some historical sketches. 239pp. . The author was Robin Jackson.

The book contains the following chapters: 1. Early history; 2. Religious history of Durris; 3. Statistical accounts; 4. Life in a rural parish: Part one; 5. Life in a rural parish: Part two; 6. A Durris kirk mystery; 7. Durris House; 8. Lairds and proprietors of Durris; 9. The Milne family of Durris; 10. Conclusion.

See also

Footnotes

57.0561°N -2.3747°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Kirkton of Durris. Gazetteer for Scotland. 2008. 2009-09-12.