Bute Sons and Daughters

Welcome to Bute Sons & Daughters

Like much of Western & Highland Scotland the Island of Bute has witnessed the gradual depletion of its population to the current level of around 7000. Now, instead of a large island population we have a massive off-island population, many of whom still like to keep in touch with their spiritual homeland.

The Bute Sons & Daughters project aims to develop Bute's genealogy strands, not only in terms of family histories but also our local heritage. Within these pages we have compiled some interesting articles, facts and anecdotes gathered from various sources on the island, including members of Bute's population. Some of this information will stir nostalgic memories of bygone Bute and some may help budding genealogists in their quest for family roots.

Project News...

Thursday, August 28, 2008

Homecoming Scotland 2009 - by Webmaster
In 2009 Scotland will host its first ever Homecoming year which has been created and timed to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet.
A country-wide programme of exciting events and activities will celebrate some of Scotland's great contributions to the world: Burns himself, Whisky, Golf, Great Scottish Minds & Innovations and of course our Scottish Ancestry.

Retracing the footsteps of your ancestors will not only bring the past to life, it will also make your homecoming the most dynamic and exciting experience of your life. 2009 will be a special year with many special events focussing on Scottish ancestry, traditions and culture.

We at Bute Sons and Daughters will be hosting our own events to celebrate Homecoming, so if you have always promised yourself a visit to the island of your ancestors, now is the time to make your ancestral journey. Sons and Daughters of Bute - help us celebrate the Year of Homecoming.....come home to your heritage and your roots during 2009!

If there is anything you would particularly like us to offer, within reason, of course, then use the contact page to tell us your ideas!

Visit the main Homecoming 2009 website.

Monday, August 11, 2008

New Article - by Webmaster
A new article about the Rev. Professor John Gillies, M.A., B.D. 1870 - 1952 has been added to the 'People and Places' section.
Professor John Gillies

Thursday, July 10, 2008

New Article - by Webmaster
A new article about the history of St Ninian's Church has been added to the 'People and Places' section.

Read it now

Monday, March 31, 2008

April Newsletter Published - by Webmaster
Our latest newsletter - No 5 - is published today in the members' area.

Sunday, March 02, 2008

Rothesay Shops in 1951 - by Webmaster
A new page listing all the shops in Rothesay in 1951 has been added today to the history section, or click here.

Friday, February 15, 2008

New Video Clips - by Webmaster
Two new video clips have been added to the members section of the Bute Digital Archive today; the first clip is called 'King George V' and the second is 'Homecoming'. Two clips have been relocated into the free-to-view section, one about the Jazz Festival and the other is film of the vintage tractors. Finally, a brand new film clip has been added to the free-to-view area, Harbourmaster Steven Neilson describing his memory of the 1962 fire that destroyed the pier building in 1962.

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The Bute Sons & Daughters Project is housed in the Bute Discovery Centre, the premier Tourist Information Centre for Argyll and Bute. Come along and have a chat with local people about your family history and heritage.

We would like to acknowledge the support and assistance of all the individuals involved in the development of this project as well as the much needed support from the following organisations.

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