Benholm

Benholm is a small settlement in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK.[1] It is now a conservation area and is home to Benholm Mill.[2]

Benholm Parish Church

The A92 passes the eastern edge of Benholm. The settlement was served by Birnie Road Halt railway station from 1865 to 1951.

History

Evidence of a Kirk existing here dates back to 1242 and a history of milling dating back to the 12th century. The kirk was rebuilt in 1832.[2] The area was designated as a conservation area in 2006.[3]

References
  1. "Benholm Kincardineshire". A vision of Britain through time. Archived from the original on 29 October 2017. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
  2. "Benholm Conservation Area Management Plan" (PDF). Aberdeenshire Council. November 2016. Archived (PDF) from the original on 21 January 2022. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
  3. "Benholm from The Gazetteer for Scotland". Scottish Places. Archived from the original on 24 January 2012. Retrieved 21 February 2021.

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