Explore Strathdearn through the eyes of recent generations.
Our community is fortunate to have a wealth of material that brings our recent history to life. Thanks to the enthusiasm of local individuals to share their knowledge we have an extraordinary record of life in our area throughout the last century. These invaluable sources provide a fascinating insight into our past and a reminder of just how fast our community is changing.
These resources are invaluable to families researching their ancestry and seeking information about relatives who once lived here. They also provide significant insights for social historians exploring the evolving character of rural communities. Arguably even more importantly, they help current residents develop a deeper connection to the place they call home.
Explore these wonderful records by clicking on the links below and immersing yourself in the fascinating past of our community.
- Ann Glynne-Percy – An exceptionally knowledgeable and well-educated local historian, Ann wrote a series of essays about our locality, offering a rich and detailed perspective on its history.
- John Ferguson (Pedlar) – A well-known local figure who wrote a book about his childhood and working in the distillery, on farms, and on hunting estates. Pedlar documented the homes, businesses, and families of our community in meticulous detail, creating a lasting record of our heritage.
- Oral History Recordings – A collection of audio recordings in which local people recall their upbringing, schooling, work, and family life, painting a vivid picture of everyday life in our area.
- Miscellaneous – Various one-off contributions to our historical record, mainly gleaned from the pages of the Strathdearn Newsletter
If you have any material—be it documents, photographs, or personal recollections—that could enrich our shared knowledge of local history, we would love to hear from you. Together, we can enhance and preserve our community heritage for future generations.