Maryburgh () is a village in the
Highland
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council area of
Scotland
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, south of
Dingwall
Dingwall (, ) is a town and a royal burgh in the Highland (council area), Highland council area of Scotland. It has a population of 5,491. It was an east-coast harbour that now lies inland.
Dingwall Castle was once the biggest castle north ...
. It is situated on the northern bank of the
River Conon. The village of
Conon Bridge is on the other side of the river.
Amenities
Maryburgh has a number of amenities within its bounds. There is a small shop and community centre. There is also two playgrounds and a large football field. The community council publishes a magazine for the community, titled the Maryburgh Roundabout.
Art
Maryburgh has a thriving art scene with notable artists including Michael Forbes and Kyle Maclennan, the founder of Headon Art.
See also
*''Maryburgh'' is also an antiquated name for
Fort William. Maryburgh is also a hamlet of 10 house about south of Kinross, postcode KY4 0JE.
References
{{commons category, Maryburgh
External links
The Maryburgh Hub - Maryburgh Amenities Centre and Maryburgh Community Council Website
Populated places in Ross and Cromarty
Populated places established in 1815
1815 establishments in Scotland