Muir Of Ord
Muir of Ord is a town in the Highlands of Scotland. It is located near the western border of the Black Isle, regarding 9 miles (14 km) west of the city of Inverness and 5 1/2 miles (9 kilometres) south of Dingwall. The town has a population of 2,690 and sits 35 metres (115 ft) above water level. Named Tarradale up until 1862, traditionally access to the village was limited by the all-natural barriers of the River Beauly and the River Conon. This changed in 1814 with the building and construction of the Conon Bridge. Livestock vehicle drivers used the new courses to deliver animals and also markets were established in 1820 near to where the town now lies. In 1835 whisky distilling operations were legally approved in the village and by 1885 the Mill of Ord produced 80,000 imperial gallons (360,000 l) each year. The town grew thoroughly in the 19th century as a result of the establishment of the distillery as well as items sectors.
