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Videos about Paisley

I have uploaded lots of high definition “alright a bit shaky but I am just learning” videos about and around the town of Paisley. I have also uploaded them to our Gallery section giving our visitors a way to enjoy … Continue reading

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The Tannahill Weavers In Concert

The Robert Tannahill Federation proudly presents The Tannahill Weavers In Concert “An especially eloquent mixture of the old and new.” – New York Times “World class musicians with passion and a healthy sense of fun, keeping alive and making accessible … Continue reading

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curling was played in Paisley, near Glasgow, as early as 1541

The Following article was written and published on nrc handelsblad Not just any rock: curling stones’ special granite comes from Scotland Curling, perhaps the oddest sport at the winter Olympics currently under way in Vancouver, probably originated in Scotland. The … Continue reading

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Tannahill Anniversary

Events planned to mark death of poet Tannahill: BBC link A Scottish poet who killed himself after being rejected by a publisher is to be remembered on the 200th anniversary of his death. Robert Tannahill, also known as the Weaver … Continue reading

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1875 – Paisley Town Hall, Scotland

Architect drawing of Paisley Town Hall in 1975 by Architects Rennison & Scott, it shows the town hall, with the Paisley Jail and Paisley Abbey beside it.. Click here for the image and website

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Paisley Mansions

Many thanks to one of our visitors Eric who runs the Paisley Mansions and Old Railways of Paisley, Renfrewshire and surrounding areas website. The website is well worth a visit and is on my favourites list. click here for link … Continue reading

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Archaeological Dig At Paisley Abbey Goes Down The Drain

A team from Glasgow Archeological Research Division (GUARD) are plumbing the depths of a medieval drain in the grounds of the 14th century Paisley Abbey, in Renfrewshire, Scotland. The dig is jointly part of Scottish Archaeology Month and Doors Open … Continue reading

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Revival of old sections

I have revived two old sections that seemed to have been misplaced during my redevelopment of the Paisley website, they are the My Toon section which is for your stories about Paisley’s past and also the poems section written by … Continue reading

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There is always something new to know.

I have been doing this website for nearly ten years now and I always learn new things about Paisley, I love hearing story’s about the town and its past. Just yesterday I read somewhere a few facts about Paisley. One … Continue reading

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Dr Robert Broom New Famous Person section

Dr Robert Broom: Robert Broom was born in Scotland in 1866 to a poor family. Educated as a doctor specializing in midwifery, he used that profession to support himself while travelling the world. Fascinated by the origin of the mammals, … Continue reading

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