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Market Cross, The Cross, Doune: market cross in Doune.

http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q17572377
(There is an article on German #wikipedia but not on en.wiki)

#ScottishHistory #Doune

Doune. 🏰

#Scotland #castle #Doune #Stirling

A path surrounded by trees making it look a bit like a tunnel.

Doune Castle from the front. A saltire flag is showing on the tower. It is closed.

A wooden bridge spanning across a river, surrounded by trees. The bridge is made from many wooden planks making it look like it flows across itself.

View over a wide river out from underneath trees.

Undeniably autumn. 🍂

#Scotland #Doune #nature #Stirling

Two white horses stand in a field, licking each other’s back.

A hayball in a field. It looks like there's grass growing out the top. More hay balls scattered across the field in the background.

After seeing the exhibitions in #Stirling at the Tolbooth, the Barracks and the MacRobert I'd say this year's #StirlingPhotographyFestival has been a triumph of what volunteer effort can achieve.

Still further exhibitions to see, at the Library in #Doune and then group shows opening in #Dunblane at the Library and WeighAhead, and a full event programme.

https://www.stirlingphotographyfestival.co.uk/2025

#PhotographyExhibition

David Stirling Memorial

#hillofrow #doune #scotland #ecosse #alba #sirdavidstirling #davidstirling #military #hero #memorial #war #turism #travel

#Doune Castle, famous as the main filming location of The Holy Grail, not only has an audio guide narrated by Terry Jones, it also offers cyclists a 25 % discount on the entry fee under a scheme called "Good Journey". Definitely worth visiting not just for fans of Monty Python.

#coconuts not included!

#biketouring #scotland #holygrail

Doune Bay coastline

Pentax K70 + 15mmltd

#Scotland #Knoydart #pentax #doune #rock #coast #boat #Skye #rockpool #goldenhour

November 1st was a date of significant amenity losses in central Scotland.
#OTD in 1955, #Alva lost its railway station; the nearest station is now 4km away at #Alloa (itself with no rail links for 40 years from 1968).
In 1965 #Callander lost its station, leaving the nearest as Dunblane, all of 17km away, and #Doune lost its station, leaving the nearest as again Dunblane, 6km away.

#ScottishHistory

The David Stirling Memorial. It commemorates the World War Two founder of the SAS and members of the regiment who have died in service. It stands near Stirling's ancestral home near Doune and has views towards the southern Highlands. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/doune/stirlingmemorial/index.html

#Scotland #DavidStirlingMemorial #Stirling #Doune #SAS #UndiscoveredScotland

The David Stirling Memorial. The image shows part of a circular paved area in the foreground with a group of large stones in its centre. On top of them is a statue of a man wearing a duffel coat and a peaked military hat, carrying a pair of binoculars in one hand, and looking to our left. In the background is a grassy area and a low hedge. The scene is in sunlight.

"YOUR MOTHER WAS A HAMSTER AND YOUR FATHER SMELLED OF ELDERBERRIES!"

#scotland #Doune #LappenjammerUrlaubt

Doune Castle, the side represending Guy de Loimbard's Castle in "Monty Python and the Holy Grail".

Doune Castle from the Teith, Scotland between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of landscape and architecture in Scotland Scotland Doune

#DouneCastle #Teith #Scotland #Doune #photography #historicalPhotos

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2001705973/

The image is a vintage photograph depicting Doune Castle, located in Scotland. The castle appears as an imposing structure with multiple towers and turrets, indicative of its historical significance. It's situated on a hill overlooking a serene river, which reflects the castle and provides a picturesque view. Surrounding the castle are lush trees and greenery, suggesting that the photograph was taken during a time when the landscape was well preserved or not as developed as it might be today. The image has an aged quality to it, with visible wear on the paper and a faded appearance, which further reinforces its historical context.

Doune Castle from the bridge, Scotland between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of landscape and architecture in Scotland Scotland Doune

#DouneCastle #Scotland #Doune #theRiverEarn #theScottishLowlands #photography #historicalPhotos

https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2001705972/

The image depicts a serene landscape scene from Scotland. It captures Doune Castle, which is situated on the banks of the River Earn in the Scottish Lowlands. The perspective of the photo suggests it was taken from a bridge, providing a view of the castle and river that stretches into the distance.

The castle itself appears to be constructed of stone, with multiple turrets and battlements typical of such medieval structures. Its position on the bank of the river indicates its strategic importance in terms of defense, given the natural barrier it provides against potential invaders.

The River Earn is calm, reflecting the surrounding trees and foliage, which are lush and green, suggesting this photo was likely taken during a time when the weather was mild or warm. The waterway adds a sense of tranquility to the scene, enhancing the overall impression of serene beauty that one might associate with rural Scotland.

The coloration of the image is in sepia tones, which gives it an antique feel and may indicate it's a historical or vintage photograph. The lack of modern elements or signs of contemporary life further supports this notion. Despite its age, the image still conveys the timeless allure of Scotland's castles and landscapes.

Doune Castle in Doune, north-west of Stirling. It's a fine castle built in the late 1300s that featured in the film Monty Python and the Holy Grail; as Castle Leoch in Outlander; and as Winterfell in the pilot episode of Game of Thrones. More pics and info https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/doune/dounecastle/index.html

#Scotland #DouneCastle #Doune #Castle #Stirling #MontyPython #Outlander #GameOfThrones #UndiscoveredScotland

Doune Castle. The image shows the castle from a corner view, with the large main tower nearest the camera and ranges receding from it. The foreground is grassy, with trees on both sides. The sky is blue and the sun is striking the left side of the castle.

Stadt Land Kunst - Monty Pythons Schottland / Portugal / Paris - Die ganze Doku | ARTE

https://www.arte.tv/de/videos/109358-070-A/stadt-land-kunst/

Jeden Tag eine kleine Pause im Alltag: Linda Lorin lädt auf eine Reise an besondere Orte ein, die sich durch ihr künstlerisches, kulturelles oder landschaftliches Erbe auszeichnen. In dieser Folge: Schottland: Monty Python und der Heilige Gral/ Portugal: Im Land der Azulejos/ Sizilien: Annarellas Caponata mit Oliven und Kapern/ Paris: Rebellion im Drouant
(1): Schottland: Monty Python und der Heilige Gral
Die Legende von König Artus und der Suche nach dem Heiligen Gral zählt zu den Meisterwerken der mittelalterlichen Literatur. 1974 machte sich die wohl verrückteste Comedy-Truppe aller Zeiten über die Artus-Sage her und verballhornte sie in ihrem ersten Spielfilm, „Monty Python and the Holy Grail“ („Die Ritter der Kokosnuss“), der in Schottland gedreht wurde. Den britischen Komikern diente der hehre Stoff vor allem dazu, einen satirischen Blick auf ihr Heimatland zu werfen, das gerade in schweren wirtschaftlichen, religiösen und politischen Turbulenzen steckte.
(2): Portugal: Im Land der Azulejos
Klein und doch so groß: Azulejos sind ein Symbol Portugals, ein Monument, das in eine Hand passt und das man zerbrechen, modellieren und bemalen kann – mit Landschaften, geometrischen oder figurativen Formen, naiven oder hochkomplexen Motiven. Die Keramikfliesen sind überall im Land zu finden und scheinen die Seele seiner Bewohner eingefangen zu haben. Sie stehen für Portugal, und doch ist ihre Herkunft ungewiss.
(3): Sizilien: Annarellas Caponata mit Oliven und Kapern
In Noto bereitet Annarella eine Caponata zu, ein typisch sizilianisches Gemüsegericht, von dem es viele regionale Varianten gibt. Annarellas Rezept stammt aus Syrakus. Zuerst frittiert sie Paprika, Auberginen und Sellerie getrennt. Dann werden die drei Gemüse gemeinsam mit Kapern, Oliven, Tomatensoße, einer süß-sauren Soße und Rosinen in einem großen Topf geschmort. Ein Klassiker!
(4): Paris: Rebellion im Drouant
Das legendäre Restaurant Drouant im zweiten Pariser Arrondissement ist seit 1880 Treffpunkt von Feinschmeckern und Literaturkritikern. Hier wird jedes Jahr der Prix Goncourt verliehen. In den wilden 1920ern waren die Tische meist noch von Männern besetzt, doch das sollte sich bald ändern …

#Schottland #Scotland #MontyPython #Doune #Castle

Haus am See. - House by the lake. #Schottland #Scotland #LochLomond #Doune #bothy

Auf einem Hügel an einem See stehen zwei Häuser, eins davon ist verfallen, das andere kleinere weiße hat ein rotes Dach. Ein nasser Weg führt auf die Häuser zu, die Berge im Hintergrund liegen fast im Regennebel.

There are two houses on a hill by a lake, one of which is dilapidated, the other smaller white one has a red roof. A wet path leads up to the houses, the mountains in the background are almost covered in rain mist.

The David Stirling Memorial. It commemorates the World War Two founder of the SAS and members of the regiment who have died in service. It stands near Stirling's ancestral home near Doune and has views towards the southern Highlands. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/doune/stirlingmemorial/index.html

#Scotland #DavidStirlingMemorial #Stirling #Doune #SAS #UndiscoveredScotland

RT @EvelynTweedSNP: 🗣 @boundaries_scot have opened consultation on Second Review of Scottish Parliament Boundaries.

Proposed changes will see #Doune, #Deanston, #Blairdrummond & #Thornhill moved from #Stirling constituency to Clackmannanshire & Dunblane.

You can give your thoughts at below link. https://t.co/nrDT0EsqDS

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/AlynSmith/status/1658775913041993730

Doune Castle in Doune, north-west of Stirling. It's a fine castle built in the late 1300s that featured in the film Monty Python and the Holy Grail; as Castle Leoch in Outlander; and as Winterfell in the pilot episode of Game of Thrones. More pics and info https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/doune/dounecastle/index.html

#Scotland #DouneCastle #Doune #Castle #Stirling #MontyPython #Outlander #GameOfThrones #UndiscoveredScotland

They even made it to our local news on TV:

Scottish beavers "nick" webcam

If they were fed up with surveillance? Beavers at a wildlife centre in Doune nicked a webcam and used it for their lair.
(The webcam has been recovered and re-installed, but the wooden pole might need to be replaced with a metal one.)

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-64568405

#beavers #Doune #scotland