Fordoun

Settlement in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Fordoun

Poly tunnels near Fordoun Looking across to the Mains of Kair.
Poly tunnels near Fordoun Credit: Mike Pennington

Fordoun is a small village located in the historic county of Kincardineshire in Scotland. Situated about 8 miles south of Stonehaven, it lies on the banks of the Burn of Fordoun. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and farmland characterizing the landscape.

One of Fordoun's notable features is its rich history. The area has been inhabited since ancient times, with evidence of settlements dating back to the Neolithic period. The village itself has a long-standing history, with records dating back to the 13th century. Over the years, it has been an important agricultural center, with farming and dairy industries playing a significant role in the local economy.

Today, Fordoun retains its rural charm and offers a peaceful and tranquil setting for residents and visitors alike. The village has a close-knit community, with a range of amenities including a primary school, a church, a village hall, and a local pub. The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing.

Despite its small size, Fordoun is conveniently located near larger towns and cities. Stonehaven, with its picturesque harbor and famous Dunnottar Castle, is just a short drive away. The city of Aberdeen, with its vibrant cultural scene, shopping centers, and international airport, can be reached within 30 minutes by car.

In summary, Fordoun is a charming and historic village in Kincardineshire, Scotland. With its beautiful countryside, rich history, and close proximity to larger towns and cities, it offers a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors seeking a rural escape.

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Fordoun Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.874838/-2.412945 or Grid Reference NO7476. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Poly tunnels near Fordoun Looking across to the Mains of Kair.
Poly tunnels near Fordoun
Looking across to the Mains of Kair.
Turning lane for Grassic Gibbon Centre Photographer is above the surface of the A90 road.
Turning lane for Grassic Gibbon Centre
Photographer is above the surface of the A90 road.
Road past Bomershanoe Wood A minor road in the Howe of the Mearns. Until recently there were fences between the crop and road.
Road past Bomershanoe Wood
A minor road in the Howe of the Mearns. Until recently there were fences between the crop and road.
Barley near Auchenzeoch
Barley near Auchenzeoch
Triangulation pillar, Pittengardner Unlike the one on Strathfinella Hill (background) there is a view from this one. It is on the edge of a farmyard.
Triangulation pillar, Pittengardner
Unlike the one on Strathfinella Hill (background) there is a view from this one. It is on the edge of a farmyard.
Flat sky and flat road between the Powburns
Flat sky and flat road between the Powburns
Farm yard with trig point The farm is Pittengardner and the trig point beside the fence, below the bank is known to the OS by that name. The farm lies on a minor road north-west of Fordoun.
(Note:The appearance of the locality of the pillar has changed with the bank from which the image was recorded having been removed - see Richard Webb's photo of 2011. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2547649)" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2547649)">Link</a>
Farm yard with trig point
The farm is Pittengardner and the trig point beside the fence, below the bank is known to the OS by that name. The farm lies on a minor road north-west of Fordoun. (Note:The appearance of the locality of the pillar has changed with the bank from which the image was recorded having been removed - see Richard Webb's photo of 2011. Link
B967 Road near Redmyre Photographer is standing along the south side of the roadway.
B967 Road near Redmyre
Photographer is standing along the south side of the roadway.
Upper Powburn, near Laurencekirk With the windfarm on the Hill of Garvock in the background.
Upper Powburn, near Laurencekirk
With the windfarm on the Hill of Garvock in the background.
Track and bridge under the railway at Fordoun
Track and bridge under the railway at Fordoun
Lower Powburn, near Fordoun
Lower Powburn, near Fordoun
Cereal crop and power lines, Powburn Off the A90.
Cereal crop and power lines, Powburn
Off the A90.
Cereal crop and farm track near Fordoun Farm track passes under a bridge on the Edinburgh to Aberdeen railway.
Cereal crop and farm track near Fordoun
Farm track passes under a bridge on the Edinburgh to Aberdeen railway.
Cut silage field near Leithfield Looking over the Old Aberdeen Road towards the railway embankment.
Cut silage field near Leithfield
Looking over the Old Aberdeen Road towards the railway embankment.
Cyclists beside Bomershanoe Wood
Cyclists beside Bomershanoe Wood
Cereal crop beside Bomershanoe Wood
Cereal crop beside Bomershanoe Wood
Cereal crop near Bomershanoe Wood
Cereal crop near Bomershanoe Wood
House, Auchenzeoch
House, Auchenzeoch
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Fordoun is located at Grid Ref: NO7476 (Lat: 56.874838, Lng: -2.412945)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Fordoun
Is In: Aberdeenshire
Name Gd: Fordun
Place: village
Wikidata: Q5468100
Wikipedia: en:Fordoun
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Bus Stop
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Parking
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Post Box
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Fordoun
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Wikidata: Q48815645
Wikipedia: en:Fordoun railway station
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Noexit: yes
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Bus Stop
Village Hall
Bus: yes
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Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan;bing;naptan_compare_tool
Lat/Long: 56.8746953/-2.4126648
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