Muir Of Ord
Muir of Ord is a village in the Highlands of Scotland. It is located near the western limit of the Black Isle, about 9 miles (14 km) west of the city of Inverness as well as 5 1/2 miles (9 kilometres) south of Dingwall. The village has a population of 2,690 and also rests 35 metres (115 ft) over sea level. Named Tarradale until 1862, historically access to the village was restricted by the natural obstacles of the River Beauly and also the River Conon. This changed in 1814 with the building of the Conon Bridge. Cattle drivers used the new routes to carry animals and also markets were established in 1820 near where the village now exists. In 1835 whisky distilling operations were lawfully given in the village as well as by 1885 the Mill of Ord produced 80,000 imperial gallons (360,000 l) each year. The village expanded extensively in the 19th century as a result of the establishment of the distillery and goods markets.