Building record MAB23415 - NEW BYTH
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Summary
Planned village as depicted on historic OS maps, founded in 1763 by Laird of Blyth, James Urquhart.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 8221 5401 (346m by 802m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ85SW |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | King Edward |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Planned village as depicted on historic OS maps, founded in 1763 by Laird of Blyth, James Urquhart. Named Newbyth on the 1st and 2nd edition maps, the northern part (initially separate) named Fishtown. In May 1763 James Urquhart advertised that he was to establish a village, tradesmen, manufacturers and other invited to settle.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ85SW0132;
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Record last edited
Nov 14 2025 10:13AM
