6.The old castle continued in the hands of the Darnley branch of the House of Lennox until 1652 when James, fourth Duke of Lennox, sold Balloch Castle to Sir John Colquhoun of Luss.
#Balloch#LochLomond#WestDunbartonshire@WDCouncil#Luss
Happy New Year! 2022 marks the 350th anniversary of the creation of the Public Register of All Armorial Bearings in Scotland by the Scottish Parliament in the reign of Charles II.
The Lyon Office has issued a new Guidance Note on the Succession of Chiefs of Clans and Families, Family Conventions and Nomination of Heir. https://t.co/yYuxOj8VKX
Visitors to the south of Scotland can now enjoy its nature and wildlife using low carbon travel with the new @ElectrekE web app 📱 Featuring curated electric car, cycle and walking routes, find out more 👉 https://t.co/O2oVbgxDAu #RespectProtectEnjoy@nature_scot
At the heart of our nature & conservation work over the coming years will be delivery of our ambitious ‘Future Nature’ programme. The Future Nature Development Manager will lead on bringing this bold vision to life.
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#GreenJobs#NatureJobs
The Lord Lyon, accompanied by Unicorn, delivered a Proclamation to mark the opening of the ecumenical service for COP26 held in Glasgow Cathedral today.
"A look at the distribution of the #clan around the world is an interesting study and one that really began at the turn of the 17th century. There are numerous forms of spelling of the name ‘#Colquhoun’ mainly inscribed by those who..." Read the rest here: https://t.co/gxZQV56AgH
Spotted! 🐿️👀
These wonderful photos were snapped by Seasonal Ranger Lisa in the National Park.
Have you seen any red or grey squirrels recently? Remember to report your sightings to @ScotSquirrels at https://t.co/nLzExgAxrd and take part in the #GreatScottishSquirrelSurvey!
Summer in #Scotland really is something special! 💙🤩 Today's the official end of the season 🍃 Share YOUR fave Scottish summer memories with us! 💭
📍 Isle of Harris, @OuterHebs 📷 IG/skeapaul #RespectProtectEnjoy