Andrea and her nephew Luke discovered a vintage bottle stopper and a ginger beer bottle fragment at Portobello Beach, Edinburgh. The stopper, marked “ROBERTSON BLANTYRE,” highlights the historical significance of A. Robertson & Co. Founded in the 1870s, the company was a prominent local producer of soft drinks in Blantyre.
There’s new holiday accommodation in High Blantyre being built. Crossbasket Cabins introduce a new way to experience the estate, where contemporary sophistication meets raw natural beauty. Twelve luxurious timber cabins nestled along the banks of the River Calder offer private, self-contained retreats designed for pure escapism, right here on Blantyre’s doorstep. Situated at Crossbasket grounds, […]
In November 1891, an “Anti Swearing” society was established in Blantyre, fining members 6d for swearing to promote a better community. Members self-fined and collected funds for good causes, reminiscent of today’s swear jar concept. However, it appears the society was short-lived and not widely reported thereafter.
In the early 1890s, R. S. Minto operated as a distinguished watchmaker and jeweller on Stonefield Road, Blantyre. His shop offered a range of English-made watches and jewellery, alongside essential repair services. Minto’s expertise was crucial for locals reliant on accurate timekeeping, underscoring his importance in the Victorian community.
On January 1, 1892, a fire erupted at the Masonic Hall in Blantyre, believed to be caused by a faulty gas bracket after a New Year’s dance. The police quickly intervened, extinguishing the flames and limiting damage to several hundred pounds, attracting significant attention from bystanders.
Brown and Robertson was a painting business in High Blantyre during the 1890s, located at Gardiner Place on Main Street. They specialized in plain and decorative painting, gilding, and paperhanging, offering the latest Victorian patterns to customers. This note helps preserve their legacy for search engines.
In May 1892, Blantyre miner John D stole rum from Blakely’s Pub, causing a disturbance when confronted by the barman. Following his unruly behavior, authorities were called. In court, he received a 10-day jail sentence for this repeated offense. The pub would later be rebuilt in 1894.