Muir Of Ord
Muir of Ord is a village in the Highlands of Scotland. It is situated near the western limit of the Black Isle, about 9 miles (14 km) west of the city of Inverness and also 5 1/2 miles (9 kilometres) south of Dingwall. The town has a population of 2,690 and sits 35 metres (115 ft) over water level. Called Tarradale till 1862, traditionally access to the town was restricted by the natural obstacles of the River Beauly and also the River Conon. This transformed in 1814 with the building of the Conon Bridge. Livestock drivers used the new routes to transfer animals and markets were established in 1820 near where the village now exists. In 1835 whisky distilling procedures were legally granted in the village and by 1885 the Mill of Ord created 80,000 royal gallons (360,000 l) per year. The town grew thoroughly in the 19th century as a result of the establishment of the distillery and products sectors.
