Archiestown

Dwellings at 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, Knockando, Tamdhu and The Macallan. It is also home to local independent football team Archiestown FC.

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Coordinates: 57°28′52″N 3°17′02″W / 57.481°N 3.284°W / 57.481; -3.284


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