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6 February 2012
Kinlochbervie Photos
23 July 07
First Minister Alex Salmond Unveils Emigrants Statue At Helmsdale
Today First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond MSP unveiled the
"Emigrants" statue at Helmsdale. Alex Salmond said, "Today's unveiling
of this remarkable new presence in the Highland environment marks an
important moment for Scotland. The impulse to create this statue came
from a desire to remember, but also to reconcile; to refelct on the
past, but to draw on it for the future's strength. The statue was
created by sculptor Gerald Laing for the Clearances Centre that was et
up to find a way to commemorate all the people of the Highlands who were
forced to leave Scotland. The flags at the statue represent the
countries where the emigrants mainly went - Canada, United States,
Australia and New Zealand but there were many who went to other parts of
the globe and a united nations flag is also flown. A large group
of people from many places as well as locally gathered for the ceremony.
Professor Eric Richards from Flinders University, Adelaide spoke of the
international contribution Scots had made to the world. Eilidh
Mackenzie from the Western Isles sang a haunting gaelic song.
another song was contributed by Rod Paterson from Dundee representing
Lowland Scots many of whom were also forced to leave their homeland in
times of adversity. Denis MacLeod, Helmsdale formally handed over
certificate of ownership to the Helmsdale Community accepted on their
behalf by Edward Mackay. Sutherland Schools Pipe Band then led a
procession to the community centre for more music by Feis Chataibh.
Speakers at the centre included First Minister Alex Salmond and Dr Jim
Hunter who has written several books on the clearances and Scots abroad.
Guests then offered a superb buffet prepared in Helmsdale. A very
notable day.
Video Of Alex Salmond Speech and Unveiling of the Emigrants Statue
Video of Eilidh Mackenzie From Isle Of Lewis Singing "Teannaibh dluth
is togaibh fonn"
 Apologies
from Bill for the shaky picture as he was holding an umbrella in one
hand and the camera in the other.
12 March 07
Replica of Helmsdale Memorial 'The Emigrants' Heading For Canada
 A replica of the 30 foot bronze statue commemorating the Highland
Clearances is being cast and shipped to the Canadian City of Winnipeg.
'The Emigrants' memorial in the Sutherland town of Helmsdale was
originally cast by Highland foundry Black Isle Bronze in 2003. Founder of
Black Isle Bronze, Farquhar Laing (37), received the request for the
replica of the three-figure statue from the St Andrew's Society in
Winnipeg several months ago. Laing said: "We're delighted with the
commission - it's a big piece involving four tonnes of bronze. We're
especially pleased to be picking up work from across the Atlantic; there's
also a possibility of another replica memorial being commissioned by an
organisation in Nova Scotia."
14 January 07
Strathnaver
 Strathnaver
in Sutherland is a fascinating place to take trip through. The
scenic and almost empty strath offers a lovely day out or longer if you
want to spend a few days exploring all of the places. It is easy to
reach from Inverness or Caithness if you happen to be on holiday.
The road is mainly single track and the slower pace is relaxing. The
photos were taken on 10 June 2006 and it was a beautiful and warm sunny
day. No attempt has been made to photograph all of the Strathnaver
Trail as we will certainly go back to dip into other parts.
19 October 06
Spectacular Aerial Views From Bettyhill and Melvich
These
great aerial views were sent in by Gary Shaw who was recently flying his
paramotor around the Bettyhill and Melvich area.
26 May 06
Scotland’s First Geopark
Starts Rocking For The Summer
 North West Scotland will join a Europe-wide network of rock events
this week to celebrate its fantastic geological formations.
North West Highlands Geopark became Scotland’s first European
Geopark last year and is now amongst 25 sites across Europe which will run
events about their special geology during
European Geopark Week (27th May – 4th June). In the North West
there are a range of guided walks on offer, led by the local Rangers and
geologists from The British Geological Survey and supported by Scottish
Natural Heritage (SNH).
Panoramic Views Of Sutherland
Roads In Sutherland
This section will contain photos
between different places on roads in Sutherland.
Mound To Lairg In Autumn
Lairg To Lochinver
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August 05
MOTHBALLED
HIGHLAND SCHOOL REOPENS
 A
remote Highland primary school, which was mothballed in October 2002
following a drop in the school role to just one pupil, reopened on Tuesday
16th August. Altnaharra Primary School, in Sutherland
opened for the new school session with three pupils in the primary school
- Tiegan Johnstone (4 years) – Primary 1; Chloe Murphy (7) – P3; and
Etienne Murphy (10) – P 6; as well as two pupils in the nursery class –
Christina Bakker (3) and Ryan Johnstone (3). The decision to reopen
the school followed a request from the community for the Council to
re-assess educational provision.
Tongue School
 A
small primary school in North Sutherland in the village of Tongue. A
colourful school with fantastic countryside and views in every direction.
20 May 05
Walk To Castle Varrich
 About
an hour or so is required to walk to Castle Varrich and back from the main
street in Tongue. Well worth the effort for the magnificent views of
the Kyle of Tongue and surrounding area.
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April 05
Landscapes Of Sutherland Launch
Wednesday 4 May 2005 SNH Golspie
A new range of promotional material, featuring the landscapes of
Sutherland, will be launched in Golspie next Wednesday (4th May). The full
colour posters, postcards and schools activity packs have been produced by
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) to raise awareness of the different types
of landscapes in the county.
The poster and postcards
include quotes from people, including a prominent councillor and a young
schoolgirl, on how they feel about their landscapes. The schools activity
pack provides guidance on fieldwork relating to landscape, and pointers on
how to identify key landscape features. It also invites feedback from
children on what they think about their landscapes. Gaelic versions of the
postcard set have also been produced.
The package will be
launched at the Open Evening event being held by the North Areas Board of
SNH at the Sutherland Arms Hotel in Golspie, which begins at 7.30 p.m,
with a short talk on the landscapes of Sutherland. There will also be open
discussion about the work of SNH in North Highland and all are welcome.
SNH area manager in North
Highland, Lesley Cranna, said: "We are very pleased to be launching this
new range of material that will promote the Sutherland landscapes which
are an important part of our natural heritage. We have sought to reflect
the relationship that people have with their landscape, by including the
thoughts of four very different Sutherland individuals. I hope people will
come along to the launch and perhaps discover a corner of Sutherland which
is new to them. Everyone can take away a poster which can be used to
promote Sutherland to our visitors, or simply to brighten a wall with our
amazing range of landscapes."
The posters and postcards
will be available free from SNH in Golspie and Ullapool, while copies will
be sent out to local schools along with the schools activity pack.
Helmsdale To Ord Of Caithness Road Improvements
SCOTLAND'S FIRST EUROPEAN GEOPARK AWARDED
 The
North West of the Highlands is the first
area of Scotland to be awarded
UNESCO-endorsed European Geopark status
following an announcement made this morning
in Sicily during the European Geoparks
Networks annual meeting. Geopark status has
been awarded to the area which encompasses
parts of Wester Ross and the whole of North
West Sutherland on the basis of its
outstanding geology and landscape, the
strength of its partnership approach to
sustainable economic development and its
existing geological interpretation
facilities. Stretching from Coigach in
Wester Ross to Cape Wrath and Loch Eriboll
in the north, this 2000 square km area takes
in some of the finest mountain and coastal
landscapes in Britain and contains a wealth
of classic geological localities.
Learable Hill - Strath of Kildonan
 Pictures
taken on a Caithness Field Club outing. You can go there any time on
a mini adventure back in time as there are remains from many periods to be
found on the hill
Kildonan House and Gardens
Strathnaver
Trail
A new trail was opened at the Strathnaver Museum , Farr on 30 May
2003. There are 16 sites to visit on the trail ranging from
Neolithic cairns to features from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Strathnaver by
Gordon Wilson
Links
County Of
Sutherland Web Site
Highland council Service Points
For local council service information
Highland Council
Web Site
Sutherland Highland Councillors (6)
Sutherland Schools Information
Assynt
Discover Assynt
Caves Of Assynt
Short
History Of Assynt
Culag Woodland
Trust
Assynt Crofters
Trust
North West
Highlands Geo Park
Assynt Mountain
Rescue
Some
Accommodation In Assynt
Kerracher Gardens
Bonar Bridge Football Club
Cafe Key
Dornoch
Visit Dornoch
Photographs of Dornoch
Dornoch Historylinks Museum
Royal Dornoch Golf Club
Durness
Forsinard -
Going With the Flow - an Article
Kinbrace To Forsinard - A Walk
North of Scotland
Kart Club
Helmsdale
Helmsdale
Harbour Campaign - Pier Saved
By Funding
Helmsdale
United Football Club
Helmsdale Highland Games
Timespan Visitor Centre - Helmsdale
Heritage Centre, Art Gallery and Cafeteria
Discover Lairg
North-West
Sutherland Community
Laid, Durness, Rhiconich, Kinlochbervie,
Oldshoremore, Achfary, Scourie, Kylesku, Drumbeg, Stoer, Lochinver,
Inchnadamph and Elphin
Rosehall
Sutherland
Estates
Arneistuath - Vernacular Furniture
Cape Adventure -
International
Caithness &
Sutherland Trout Angling Group
Mackay Country
Clan Mackay
Clan Mackay - USA
Clan Mackay
Association Of Canada
Clan Mackay Society of Nova Scotia
Durness Community Web
Site
Am Bratach - Magazine North West Sutherland
Duthchas
Ben Loyal Hotel -
Tongue
Falls Of Shin
Clachtoll - The
Heart of Assynt
Kinlochbervie
Hotel - Has details on some
walks
Rootsweb Sutherland
Kinlochbervie Primary School
Kyle Of
Sutherland Community Web Site
Sutherland
Access Panel
Dornoch
Farmers Market
Ashcroft Market Garden - Brora
Kinlochbervie
Community Web Site
Lets Go North
Highland Escape
Highland Clearances - Strathnaver, Sutherland
Statue - Duke of Sutherland
Brora Harbour Fun Day
Northern Times
Newspaper
North Highland Forest
Trust
Rosehall
Sutherland
Heritage
Sutherland
Partnership
Business Help/Advice
Sutherland Sports Council
East Sutherland Community Care Forum
Crofting Contacts
Clan Hunter
Cape Adventure
Highland
Hostels
Caithness &
Sutherland Trout Angling Group
Highland Wild
Trout Fishing
Rootsweb Sutherland
Smoo Cave
Spinningdale
Strathnaver Museum -
Bettyhill
Sutherland
Masonic Information
Gaulin Estate
Voluntary Groups East
Sutherland
Rosehall & District Action Group
Lairg Community
Golspie Community
Kyle of
Sutherland
Golspie Area
Golspie
Community Web Site
Golspie Gala Week
Golspie Free Church
Golspie
Stafford Football Club Website
Golspie Galaweek
Website
Golspie Youth
Action Project
Sutherland Karting Club
Cafekey Golspie
Jennifer Port
Monumental Bike Club
Golspie Youth
Action Club
Golspie Golf
Club
Golf Links
Hotel
East Sutherland Amateur
Football Association
Laid
East Sutherland Community Directory
A Pdf file
Cape Adventure
Smoo Cave
Knockan Crag
Visitor Centre
-
south Of Elphin
Situated in Ross-shire but whose
counting
John Muir Trust
North Of Scotland
Way - A Series Of Walks
Mountains
The Mountains for North West Scotland - Gavin Shaw
Gavin Shaw's Scottish Photo Gallery - See why Scotland is the place to
visit
North Coast Leisure Pool
If you are in North Sutherland why not check out the pool at
Bettyhill
North Coast Leisure Pool
Bettyhill, by Thurso, KW14 7SS
Tel: 01641 521400
Fax: 01641 521400
Sutherland Swimming Pool Complex
Back Road, Golspie, KW10 6RA
Tel: 01408 633437
Fax: 01408 6330437
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