Smiddy Haugh, Aberuthven

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Smiddy Haugh, Aberuthven

Image: © Maigheach-gheal Taken: 9 Oct 2009

Until the 19th century Aberuthven was "Smiddyhaugh", a blacksmith's forge by the bridge over the Ruthven - a convenient halt for travellers. This old resting place still survives in the form of The Smiddy Haugh Hotel.

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Image Location

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Latitude
56.319683
Longitude
-3.653884