Building record MAB41999 - INVERBERVIE
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Summary
Town, created a Royal Burgh in 1342 (the only Royal foundation in Kinkardineshire) by David II in thanksgiving for his delivery from storms and pursuit in 1341.The ancient burgh is strung along a low ridge, the High Street running down from the small Market Square.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NO 8306 7262 (467m by 409m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NO87SW |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Bervie |
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Town, created a Royal Burgh in 1342 (the only Royal foundation in Kinkardineshire) by David II in thanksgiving for his delivery from storms and pursuit in 1341.The ancient burgh is strung along a low ridge, the High Street running down from the small Market Square. A small harbour at the mouth of the Bervie Water was in use until the mid 19th century. Manufacture of sail-cloth started in 1750, followed by coloured thread production in 1778.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NO87SW0249;
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Record last edited
Dec 16 2022 10:34AM
