Imagine an island, beautiful and comparatively unspoilt; large enough
to take weeks, if not months to explore fully, yet small enough to become
familiar and friendly; modern and thriving in outlook yet retaining an
atmosphere of the past.
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Extract from the 1791 Chart by Joseph Huddart for
the British Fisheries Society |
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As the anthem of Mull, "An t'eilean Muileach", puts it;
"The Isle of Mull is of isles the fairest,
Of ocean's gems 'tis the first and rarest;
Green grassy island of sparkling fountains,
Of waving woods and high tow'ring mountains."
Its hills, mountains and moorlands are offset by rich growth, deciduous
woods and sheltered lochs; its heavily indented coastline boasts rocky
cliffs, quiet bays and extensive white sandy beaches; there are sea and
freshwater lochs.
The history of Mull is as varied as its scenery. There are signs of prehistoric
peoples, Celts and Norse; there are standing stones, duns, brochs and
castles. From the days of St. Columba through the coming of the Clans to
the present day, the island is steeped in history. Over the years many
famous people have landed, explored and left their accounts for us to
read and re-trace their steps.
Mull Historical Society was founded in 1959 and exists
to investigate, record and keep alive some of this past. During the
winter, meetings are held approximately once a month. Various speakers,
both from the island and the mainland, bring alive many aspects of the
ways of our ancestors.
In the summer outings are arranged to places on Mull, or the nearby
islands of Ulva, Gometra, Kerrera, Treshnish or to the mainland.
For all those interested in Mull’s historical sites, visitors and local
historical ‘characters’. New members welcome £5 UK £6.50 overseas.
Sterling cheques only please or click on the link and join using our
secure PayPal system. Members receive the newsletter and a membership
card with details of events and a password to the 'members only' pages
of the website, in place of a receipt.
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