Church ruin Wedding at Inchcolm Abbey and Orocco Pier, Scotland
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The gorgeous wedding of Rebecca and Richard which took place at Inchcolm Abbey and Orocoo Pier hotel. The Wedding featured a trip by boat to Inchcolm island, passing under the Forth road bridge. A church ruin ceremony followed by a big red bus tot the Wedding Reception venue, Oroccoo Pier in Queensferry. For décor there were strong shades of purple, a cheese cake, silver chiavari chairs and a candy buffet. The evening ended with a fireworks display.
Inchcolm Island in the Firth of Forth
A trip on the ferry Maid of the Forth from South Queensferry under the Forth Bridge and past the Hound Point Tanker Terminal to Inchcolm Island. The former Augustinian Inchcolm Abbey is sometimes called the Iona of the East.
Inchcolm Abbey & Forth Belle boat tour.
The first church was built in the mid-1100's. Of the original building, only the nave remains. Built of fine ashlar - blocks of squared stone - it probably bore some resemblance to St. Fillans Church, just across the water.
The second church was built after the devastating wars of Independence, possibly on the orders of Abbot Walter Bower. The whole building was covered by pointed stone barrel vaults similar to those which still survive at Dunglass Collegiate Church, near Cockburnspath in the Borders.
Inchcolm has the best-preserved cloister in Scotland, although most of what survives dates from the later medieval period and represents a far-from-typical arrangement. Its earliest surviving building is the chapter house, which dates from the 1200's, demonstrating that an earlier phase of buildings existed here.
Most of the cloister buildings were built in the 1400's, around the same time as the second church. However, variations in the masonry suggest that the walls incorporate earlier work. To make use of the existing structure, the later cloister buildings were built adjacent to the old church rather than the new one. A curiosity of the chapter house is that the handsome entrance doorway faces into the room, rather than outwards as might normally be expected and that its base is partly covered over. It is possible that the doorway slightly pre-dates the chapter house and was originally associated with some other structure.
The brethren who settled on Inchcolm were Augustinians, so-called because they were following the teachings of St. Augustine of Hippo, a theologian and philosopher who lived AD 354-430 in Numidia (now Algeria).
The life of the canons on Inchcolm was organised around a schedule of Masses, held at set times throughout the day and night. A mass dial, found at Incholm, is one of very few to have survived in Scotland. It would have been used as a sundial to chart the time dictating when the bells in the tower were to be tolled, calling the canons to worship.
An Edinburgh based sight seeing co., Forth Boat Tours takes patrons along Scotland's central waterway, the Firth of Forth on board the 98ft cruiser, Forth Belle. A meandering river that rises at Loch Ard and meets the sea just east of Edinburgh, the Firth of Forth is flanked by breath-taking scenery and is rich in offshore wildlife including seabirds, porpoises and seals.
A site of historical interest, the Forth has seen the rise and fall of the Roman Empire and invasions from England. Saint Margaret used the crossing from South Queensferry to North Queensferry to go from her chapel in Edinburgh Castle to the then capital-Dunfermline (Hence the name Queensferry).
Inchcolm Island & Forth Belle boat trip.
The story of Inchcolm does not end with the demise of the abbey. The island was later exploited for its isolation from the mainland and for its strategic position. The last of the canons were not long gone before Inchcolm was back in use. The island served as a quarantine station for plague-stricken ships entering the Forth in the late 1500's and early 1600's. It later found use in the Napoleonic Wars of the late 1700's and early 1800's. In the 1790's, a hospital was established here to serve the Russian fleet lying in the firth, and in 1795 a gun battery was built when a French invasion threatened. This was dismantled after the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. A century later, the island was in military use again. With the outbreak of the First World War in 1914, the Firth of Forth became one of the most heavily defended estuaries in Britain. At the east end of the island the emplacements for two 12-pounder and twin 6-pounder guns can still be seen. The observation post and war shelters also survive, the latter where the soldiers could relax during breaks from duty. The officers' mess and quarters, recreation and parade grounds and barrack blocks were sited on the west side of the island. These have all gone, but still surviving are the First World War 4.7-inch gun emplacements and battery commander's post (re-used as a fire control post during the Second World War) The brick-built NAAFI canteen is also still standing.
The military installations which represent Inchcolm's involvement in successive wars are now in a ruined state, following their deliberate demolition by engineers of the Territorial Army in the early 1960's
Did you know that in comparison with the rest of medieval society, monasteries were very clean places. The canons at Inchcolm washed their hands several times a day. Their hair was kept neat and tonsured. Clean clothing, bedding and warm water were provided by the chamberlain, one of a number of office-bearers who ensured that abbey life ran smoothly.
Inchcolm's reputation as a place of sanctity goes back centuries to the time of St colm. Nothing is known of this mysterious saint, though he later came to be associated with St Columba. The island was probably the site of an early Christian monastic cell, occupied by a hermit who acted as its guardian.
The monastery was established in the 1100's as a priory rising to abbey status in 1235. Buildings were altered and added during the 1200's, but expansion was halted in the 1300's when the abbey suffered repeated attacks by English forces. In the 1400's the abbey began to prosper again and a new church replaced the earlier building. Walter Bower, abbot of Inchcolm, wrote the Scotichronicon here in 1441. After the Reformation, the site passed to James Stewart, Lord Doune and his successors, the earls of Moray. The island played a vital role in defending the Forth during both world wars.
'Inch' is derived from the Gaelic innis, meaning, 'island'.
An Edinburgh based sight seeing co. Forth Boat Tours takes patrons along Scotland's central waterway, the Forth, on board the 98ft cruised, Forth Belle.
A meandering river that rises at Loch Ard and meets the sea just east of Edinburgh, the Firth of Forth is flanked by breath-taking scenery and is rich in off shore wildlife including seabirds porpoises and seals. A site of historical interest, the Forth has seen the rise and fall of the Roman Empire and invasions from England. Saint Margaret used the crossing from South Queensferry to North Queensferry to go from her chapel in Edinburgh Castle to the then capital - Dunfermline (hence the name Queensferry).
The Forth Road Bridge was formally opened on 4th March 1890 but was first used some weeks earlier on 21st January. The bridge was begun in 1883 and cost the lives of 98 men.
The bridge is even today, regarded as an engineering marvel. It is 1.6 miles in length and the double track is elevated 46 metres (151ft) above the water at high tide. Each main span comprises two 207.3 metres (670ft) cantilever arms supporting a central 106.7 metres (350ft) span truss.
Sightseeing tour along Firth of Forth,Edinburgh,Scotland UK by Forthtours..
During our Sightseeing tour along Firth of Forth,Edinburgh,Scotland UK by Forthtours.
The Forth Bridges Cruise departs from Hawes Pier, South Queensferry
Forth Bridges Cruise with a 1½ hour landing on Inchcolm Island. Explore the island’s historic Abbey - one of the best-preserved group of monastic buildings in Scotland. The Island is also a haven for wildlife and is well-known for its wartime coastal defences.
The island's former Augustinian Abbey (Historic Scotland), is one of the best-preserved group of monastic buildings in Scotland. Inchcolm is sometimes referred to as the 'Iona of the East' because of its connection with the Christian Missionary Saint Columba.
Boat trips of the Firth of Forth, Edinburgh, Scotland
Forth Boat Tours, Edinburgh, Scotland in June 2016.
This video was recorded during my family's trip to Edinburgh, Scotland , United Kingdoms .
Augustinian Abbey Inchcolm Island Firth of Forth Scotland
Tour Scotland travel video of the Augustinian Abbey on ancestry visit to Inchcolm Island in the Firth of Forth. Scotland's most complete surviving monastic house. In former times, and perhaps partly due to its dedication to Columba, it was sometimes nicknamed Iona of the East. The well preserved abbey and ruins of the 9th century hermit's cells attract visitors to the island. It was the home of a religious community linked with St Colm or St Columba, the 6th century Abbot of Iona. King Alexander I was storm bound on the island for three days in 1123 and in recognition of the shelter given to him by the hermits, promised to establish a monastic settlement in honour of St Columba. Though the king died before the promise could be fulfilled, his brother David I later founded a priory here for monks of the Augustinian order; the priory was erected into an abbey in 1223.
Inchcolm Abbey - Best Visitor Attraction Nominee
The medieval abbey is located on the island of Inchcolm in the Firth of Forth. There are contradictory reports about when the abbey was discovered with many historians quoting the 12th century. Others believe the abbey was reigned by King Alexander I of Scotland after he was apparently washed ashore after a shipwreck in 1123.
Inchcolm Island was a prime target during the Middle Ages and was regularly attacked by English ships which forced the resident canons to abandon the abbey at times. In 1795, a gun battery was installed when the French threatened to invade. The island was also heavily fortified to help defend Rosyth Naval Base, the Forth Bridge and Edinburgh during both world wars.
The Historic Scotland attraction is home to seals, puffins and many nesting gulls!
Here’s a flavour of what some of the visitors to Inchcolm Abbey had to say about the attraction:
“A great place to visit with magnificent views! A lovely day out with the kids – we enjoyed a picnic followed by some much needed peace and quiet”
“We thoroughly enjoyed the boat trip out to Inchcolm and loved watching the seals bob above the River Forth. The attraction offers value for money, while the staff couldn’t have been more helpful. A worthwhile trip, especially if you’re a wildlife lover”
Inchcolm Island part I
Inchcolm is an island in the Firth of Forth in Scotland. Inchcolm lies in the Firth of Forth off the south coast of Fife opposite Braefoot Bay, east of the Forth Bridge, south of Aberdour, Fife, and north of the City of Edinburgh. It is separated from the Fife mainland by a stretch of water known as Mortimer's Deep. Repeatedly attacked by English raiders during the Wars of Scottish Independence, it was fortified during both World Wars to defend nearby Edinburgh. Inchcolm now attracts visitors to its former Augustinian Abbey.
Orocco Pier Hotel South Queensferry Scotland
Orocco Pier Hotel South Queensferry Scotland Room 4
Wedding Party Arriving at Inchcolm Island 2 September 2012
Waiting for ferry and wedding reception arrives!
Fife Coastal Route / Top 7 attractions / Scotland road trip
With a total distance of 77 miles (124km), the Fife Coastal Route runs as you’d expect almost entirely along the coast. It takes in the historic Kingdom of Fife and rather neatly, it starts and ends on bridges crossing two of Scotland’s greatest rivers: the Firth of Forth and the Tay. The bridges over the Forth rank among some of the finest in the UK.
Charming cobbled streets tumble down to the miniature harbour, which is sheltered by cliffs and surrounded by historic fishing cottages. Crail is a historic fishing village on the East Neuk of Fife coast and is well worth a visit.
Only 90 minutes by car from Edinburgh and 10 miles south of St Andrews, the Home of Golf.
Crail is the most easterly of the line of coastal settlements along the south side of the East Neuk of Fife. Many would also say it is also the most attractive of them, though each has its own unique character. Crail is a wonderful place to visit at any time of year, though it's probably at its best on a bright day in Winter when you stand more chance of having it to yourself.
Anstruther is a charming fishing village in the East Neuk of Fife, popular with day-trippers and holidaymakers.
Located south of St Andrews, Anstruther is the largest in a string of pretty, old-fashioned fishing villages along the stretch of Fife coast known as the East Neuk.
Perhaps the top attraction is simply tucking into a quality fish supper from the Anstruther Fish Bar, which in recent years has won a number of awards including UK Fish and Chip Shop of the year. Enjoy the locally caught fish by the harbour as fishing boats land their catch.
In the 1790s, salt was Scotland’s third-largest export, after wool and fish. The ruins at St Monans saltworks, adjacent to the Fife Coastal Path, is a reminder of this industry that was once very important to the Scottish economy. The windmill at St Monans—the last remaining windmill in Fife—was used to pump sea water into the salt pans, which were then heated by local coal.
Elie is a popular seaside town in the East Neuk of Fife.
A picturesque seaside resort, Elie is gathered around a curve of golden sand. The harbour, established in the 16th century, is a popular with yachts and small pleasure craft while the surrounding bay is popular with windsurfers and bathers.
The town is also home to two fantastic golf courses. James Braid, celebrated golf course designer and five times winner of the British Open Golf Championship in the early 20th century was born in Elie.
Aberdour Silver Sands is one of the most popular and attractive beaches on the Fife coast.
Silver Sands offers the freshness and variety of the seaside as well as the peace and tranquillity of the countryside. The shore, in its charming setting, looks out to the islands of Inchmickery and Inchcolm, where there is a famous abbey.
Aberdour Silver Sands is a great place for a family day out, with a kids’ putting green and a bouncy castle in the summer.
Historic Culross is one of Scotland's most picturesque towns.
It is believed that Culross was founded by St Serf, and is located in the south west of Fife, overlooking the Firth of Forth.
Wandering around this charming town is about as close to stepping back in time to the 16th century as possible. The whitewashed, red-tiled buildings are well preserved, such as the Town House, where witches were tried and held while awaiting execution.
Bride arrives for Wedding at Inchcolm Island 2 Sept 2012
Waiting for the ferry to take us back to South Queensferry and bride arrives to join wedding party already ashore.
Abandoned Fort Island - Inchgarvie
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INCHGARVIE, Scottish Gaelic for rough island Although now uninhabited, Inchgarvie has been inhabited throughout various periods of history. The first recorded time was in the late 15th century. Its profile and colour makes it look very much like a battleship from a distance.
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Local tradition has it that the island takes its name from the young herring, or garvies which sheltered in large shoals around its shores. Inchgarvie is a small, uninhabited island in the Firth of Forth and is dwarfed by the Forth Rail Bridge that runs along side the island., situated in the parish of Inverkeithing, county of Fife. This is a small islet in the Firth of Forth, about half a mile south Queensferry (Lothian) and double this distance from Queensferry (Fife), on the opposite shore of Linlithgow.
Ancient records show of Danish attacks on nearby islands, particularly Inchcolm as well as Fife and Lothian it may mean that it was used in some capacity by them. Whatever the case, it has had a castle, or fortification on it, from the Middle Ages to the present day, In the reign of James IV., a fort was erected here, which was latterly used as a state prison and is now in ruins. Although now uninhabited, Inchgarvie has been inhabited throughout various periods of history.
The first recorded time was in the late 15th century. The island became of renewed importance to the security of the Firth of Forth during the First and Second World Wars, during which, in combination with fortifications on Inchcolm, and gun emplacements on the mainland to the north (at North Queensferry) and to the south (at Dalmeny), it became a primary defence against air and submarine attacks on the Forth Rail Bridge and the Rosyth Dockyard. The gun emplacements were permanently manned throughout war.
To arrange a visit to Inchgarvie please contact: Edinburgh Boat Charters Ltd, Port Edgar Marina, South Queensferry.
Coastal Rowers North Queensferry Firth Of Forth Scotland
Tour Scotland travel video of coastal rowers leaving North Queensferry in Fife, on the Firth Of Forth. The boat is a St Ayles skiff built from a kit, all boats within the Scottish Coastal Rowing Association use a similar design, making the boats perfect for racing.
Firth Of Forth Cruise Approaching Inchcolm Island Scotland May 25th
Tour Scotland video of Firth Of Forth Cruise approaching Inchcolm Island.
Boat Tour, Inchcolm Island, near Edinburgh, Scotland
If you're patient and don't mind the shakiness and sometimes blurriness, you will see two puffins; plus at the end, jellyfish!
Forth Bridges Cruise Edinburgh- The Best Experience Ever
This lovely little cruise over three iconic bridges and close to Blackness Castle lets you admire the Forth bridges from a close distance, also you will learn many interesting facts about the river itself and even some facts from the history of Scotland. The cruise includes magnificent views of the Queensferry Crossing opened in 2017, Forth Road Bridge opened in 1964 and the world famous UNSECO World Heritage Forth Rail Bridge opened in 1890.
This location has been filmed in few Bollywood films including the upcoming 'Happy Hardy and Heer' starrer Himesh Reshamia. Ranu Mondal has sung her very first official song for this movie shot at this location.
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dorset belle coming out from poole to start trips form bournemouth pier
Craig & Chloes Wedding At North Queensferry Hotel
Craig & Chloe's Wedding At North Quensferry Hotel.
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