Archiestown

Archiestown

Archiestown is a small village in Moray, Scotland, named in honour of its founder Sir Archibald Grant of Monymusk. It is a typical 18th century planned village with a grid street-plan and spacious square. Originally intended as a weaving centre, it is better known for the nearby distilleries of Cardhu, Tamdhu, Knockando and The Macallan. It is also home to local independent football team Archiestown FC.

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* [http://www.moray.gov.uk/census_2001/uvtownspop_archiestown.htm Census data]
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