Inchmahome and The Lake of Menteith
The ruins of Inchmahome Priory grace the largest of three islands in the Lake of Menteith. The priory was established around 1238 by a small community of Augustinian canons. Their founder and patron was Walter Comyn, Earl of Menteith, whose residence stood on the adjacent island of Inch Talla. The secluded location offered the brethren isolation from the secular world, and tranquillity in which to carry out the worship of God.
The island sanctuary functioned for over 300 years, offering solace not only to the canons but also royal visitors. King Robert Bruce visited three times, and Mary Queen of Scots once, in 1547, when she was five. In 1560, the Reformation effectively brought monastic life at Inchmahome to an end.
There are also some interesting old trees on the island.
Finally a look at Port of Menteith church with the swallows gathering before migrating.
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Inchmahome Priory, Lake of Menteith.
The remains of the Augustinian monastery of Inchmahome are situated on picturesque island in the Lake of Menteith.
The monastic church and cloister buildings are now largely ruined, although it is still possible to picture how they would have been used. The chapter house in the east range underwent major structural changes when it was converted into a mausoleum in the 17th century. It now houses a fine collection of carved stones.
Mary Queen of Scots was brought to the island for her safety in 1547. The four year old queen spent three weeks living here. The priory church was the heart of all activity on the island, where the canons spent most of their day. It remains the most impressive building of the complex. The principal domestic buildings of the priory were arranged around a quadrangle. A covered walkway ran along the inner faces of the buildings, with an open space or 'garth' at the centre, which may have had a garden to provide flowers for the altars. The canons used the cloister for quiet prayer, contemplation and reading.
The trees and flowers bring colour to the ruins in spring and the quiet presence of the wildlife living on the lake augments the beauty of the island. Today visitors to the island can share the tranquillity enjoyed by its medieval inhabitants.
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We want it to be of that place as well as in it. Plentiful use of local aged timber and stone, along with muted tones ensures harmonious blending into this magnificent setting. A commitment to local and Scottish produce, when in season, is imaginatively and sympathetically prepared. Guests arriving between 3:30pm and 5pm are welcomed with complimentary tea, coffee, and scones.
Easily accessible, only an hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh, you drive through some remarkable Scottish scenery and upon reaching Port of Menteith, the lake unfolds before you with the hotel nestling lakeside.
Inside you will find a delightful house, much enlarged from the original 19th century manse. Our inspiration has been the unique lakeside setting and natural habitat for seasonal and permanent residents such as osprey, otter, geese, swans our duck family and more. Decorated in the warm and welcoming style of a classic New England waterfront hotel that perfectly compliments this special waterfront setting.
Lake of Menteith, Scotland
Fishing for Trout on the Lake of Menteith, Scotland's only Lake - near Stirling, Scotland. In the centre of the Lake is an island where you'll find Inchmahome Priory which dates from 1232. The Priory was a refuge for Mary Queen of Scots as an infant and also for Robert the Bruce. A boat will take you from Port of Menteith to visit the Island.
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Lake of Menteith
Inchmahome Priory located on an island in the Lake of Menteith, the Priory was founded in 1238 with much of the building remaining. The priory has links with Robert the Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots and Sir Walter Scott.
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Places to see in ( Cardigan - UK )
Places to see in ( Cardigan - UK )
Cardigan is a town in the county of Ceredigion in Wales. Cardigan lies on a tidal reach of the River Teifi at the point where Ceredigion meets Pembrokeshire. Cardigan was the county town of the historic county of Cardiganshire and is the second largest town in present-day Ceredigion.
The settlement at Cardigan was developed around the Norman castle built in the late 11th or early 12th century. The castle was the location of the first National Eisteddfod in 1176; it underwent restoration in 2014. The town became an important port in the 18th century, but declined by the early 20th century owing to its shallow harbour. Modern Cardigan is a compact and busy town with most facilities for retail, education, health, worship and sport.
In 1176, Cardigan Castle became the site of the first competitive Eisteddfod. Cardigan also hosted the National Eisteddfod of Wales in 1942 and 1976. The castle was for many years privately owned and became run down and derelict. The town council itself showed little interest in saving it. However, a group of volunteers and the local Catholic priest, Seamus Cunane, working separately, did raise its profile. Ceredigion County Council bought it in 2003. Cardigan castle is open to the public. There is luxury accommodation for hire, a heritage centre with education facilities, a restaurant, an events and open-air concert area, and there are rooms for hire for classes.
A bypass was constructed to the south-east of the town in 1989–90, including a new concrete bridge (Priory Bridge) over the River Teifi. Bus services link Cardigan with most nearby towns and villages in Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. Cardigan railway station was the terminus of the Whitland and Cardigan Railway, opened on 31 August 1886. The line, previously known as the Whitland and Taff Vale Railway, and later familiarly as the Cardi Bach, was built between 1869 and 1873. With the extension to Cardigan opening in 1886, operations were taken over by the Great Western Railway.
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today we used our historic Scotland membership to enter one of the attractions I recently learned about. inchmahome priority and was desperate to see the island where mary queen of scots played as a child. we took a short boat journey from port of mentieth across the lake of mentieth to the island where we saw the histocial ruins, played with bubbles, climbed trees and had a picnic in the sun. we also stopped off at the Scottish wool mill shop in aberfoyle on the way home for a giant oreo ice cream
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Inchmahome Priory
Field Trip to Inchmahone Priory on 24 Sept 2010. The I put all the short wanderings at the beginning, and the majority of the video is a walk around the ruins all the way through the end.
Located in the Lake of Menteith, from 1238 to 1560 the priory (founding patron Walter Comyn) was a haven for Augustinian Monks as well as other visitors. King Robert Bruce visited a few times, Mary Queen of Scots was brought here to safety as a young girl after one of the battles between Scotland and England.
50 Years of Lake of Menteith Fisheries
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Scottish Central Province Bonspiel at Lake of Menteith
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50th Lake of Menteith Opening - 2016
All of 50 years, the Lake of Menteith Fishery has been showing anglers times of joy, heartache, and good hospitality. A beautiful song is written and sung on the shore at the opening for all to enjoy.