{"id":861311,"date":"2022-04-06T14:57:33","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T13:57:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/5-intriguing-historical-facts-about-ledard-farm\/"},"modified":"2022-04-06T23:06:06","modified_gmt":"2022-04-06T22:06:06","slug":"5-intriguing-historical-facts-about-ledard-farm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/5-intriguing-historical-facts-about-ledard-farm\/","title":{"rendered":"5 intriguing historical facts about Ledard Farm"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Take a journey to the stunning highland glen of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, and you\u2019ll find the historic Ledard Farm. Ledard means \u2018high farm\u2019 in Gaelic, and true to its name, Ledard Farm sits on a lush hill along the tranquil shores of Loch Ard. It\u2019s bordered by the magical 20,000-acre forest of the Trossachs, the first designated national park in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/en-au\/destinations\/europe\/scotland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scotland<\/a>. But that\u2019s not the only intriguing slice of history about Ledard Farm. This traditional Scottish farmhouse has seen everything from the coming of age of Scottish outlaw Rob Roy, to the creative talent of Sir Walter Scott who wrote a novel here. From battling clans to Jacobite highland weapons, here are five historical facts about Ledard Farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>WATCH: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=46S8Egjnmf0\">Take a tour around Ledard Farm, Scotland&#8217;s most historic farmhouse<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Scotland&#039;s most historic traditional farmhouse\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/46S8Egjnmf0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-ledard-farm-dates-back-to-the-middle-ages\"><strong>1. Ledard Farm dates back to the Middle Ages<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The history of this Scottish farmhouse dates all the way back to the 15th century. Ledard Farm was first mentioned in 1474 in the Minute of the Privy Council. Since then, the ancient farm has documented connections with many famous figures including Scottish outlaw Rob Roy, Clan Gregor, the Jacobites, novelist Sir Walter Scott, and more. When you visit Ledard Farm, the Wood family will take you on a journey through the Scottish farmhouse\u2019s history, sharing thrilling stories of this historic farm.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/scotland-travel-experiences-trafalgar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 Scotland travel experiences you can enjoy with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/04\/Ledard-Farm-2-1-1024x682-1-1024x576-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Ledard Farm Scottish farmhouse Scotland\" class=\"wp-image-858067\" width=\"837\" height=\"470\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-rob-roy-came-of-age-at-ledard-farm\"><strong>2. Rob Roy came of age at Ledard Farm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A soldier, cattle-rustler, businessman, outlaw, and later a folk hero, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.historic-uk.com\/HistoryUK\/HistoryofScotland\/Rob-Roy-MacGregor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rob Roy MacGregor<\/a> is an iconic Scottish figure\u2026 And he came of age at Ledard Farm!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rob Roy was born in 1671 at Glengyle in the Trossachs and was the third son of clan chief Donald Glas MacGregor of Glengyle. The MacGregors, including Rob Roy and his father, supported the Jacobite uprising led by Viscount Dundee in July 1689. They fought in the bloody Battle of Killiecrankie, won by the Jacobites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few months later, Rob Roy came of age at the Feast of the Hairst Kirn in October 1689 in the MacGregor&#8217;s Barn. You can enjoy your very own feast in the same barn at Ledard Farm, filled with delicious Scottish food, traditional ceilidh music and dancing, and exciting storytelling.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>GET INSPIRED BY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/scotlands-highlands-islands-and-cities?season=summer+2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scotland&#8217;s Highlands Islands and Cities<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/04\/Fergus-and-Gregor-1024x682-1-1024x576-1-1024x576-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Fergus and Gregor at Ledard Farm\" class=\"wp-image-858068\" width=\"838\" height=\"469\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-sir-walter-scott-stayed-on-the-farm\"><strong>3. Sir Walter Scott stayed on the farm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you visit Ledard Farm, you\u2019ll be walking in the footsteps of the iconic Scottish novelist, poet, and playwright, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/biography\/Walter-Scott\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sir Walter Scott<\/a>. He wrote his famous novel, \u201cRob Roy\u201d while staying at the Scottish farmhouse, and it was published in 1817.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/burns-night-scotland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The food you can expect to enjoy if you\u2019re travelling to Scotland for Burns Night<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/04\/LochArd_iStock_munro1_www.istockphoto-1024x682-1-1024x576-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Loch Ard Scotland\" class=\"wp-image-858069\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-you-can-still-see-jacobite-weapons-at-ledard-farm\"><strong>4. You can still see Jacobite weapons at Ledard Farm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Jacobite Clans stayed at Ledard Farm around the time of the Jacobite Uprising and the Battle of Killiecrankie in 1689. They were victorious in battle and today you can see the highland weaponry used to win the battle, including the Lochaber Axe, the Doune pistol, the Broadsword, the Claymore, and the Dirk. You\u2019ll also get to hear all the stories from the Battle of Killiecrankie at which an 18-year-old Rob Roy fought, all while sipping on a wee dram of whiskey.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>GET INSPIRED BY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/highland-trail-inspired-by-outlander?season=summer+2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Highland Trail inspired by Outlander<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/04\/Piper-on-the-rock-1024x682-1-1024x576-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Scottish man playing bagpipes at Ledard Farm \" class=\"wp-image-858070\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-the-wood-family-have-lived-on-the-farm-for-over-four-decades\"><strong>5. The Wood family have lived on the farm for over four decades<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Three generations of the Wood family live and work on the historical working Ledard Farm. They bought the 300-acre farm in 1980 and have run it as a hill sheep unit for over 40 years. Along with diving into the incredible history of Ledard, you\u2019ll also get to tour the farm and meet the animals. See sheepdog demonstrations and go clay pigeon shooting. Play Highland games or try archery, fishing, or canoeing across the peaceful waters of Loch Ard. As the farm is set within the beautiful Trossachs National Park, you can take guided walks along the scenic trails. You can also get involved in Scottish traditions, poetry, music and dancing, and indulge in delicious feasts with local food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/trip-to-scotland-dishes-try\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">11 dishes you absolutely have to try on your next trip to Scotland<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll get to meet the Wood family, including the famous father and son duo, Fergus and Gregor. Fergus is the founder and player in The Kinlochard Ceilidh Band, one of the world&#8217;s most renowned ceilidh dance bands. Gregor is an expert on Rob Roy and one of the top presenters of Burns poetry in the country. He also shares his father\u2019s passion for music, and you can enjoy performances with Gregor playing the bagpipes and Fergus playing guitar and harmonica. His wife Francesca even accompanies them with her beautiful singing voice. The whole family have a great passion for Ledard Farm and sharing the stories of this historic Scottish farmhouse.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/the-best-manors-and-castles-to-visit-in-scotland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The most majestic manors and castles to visit in Scotland<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Have you visited Ledard Farm or any other historic Scottish farmhouse? Let us know in the comments below!<\/em><\/p>\n\r\n\r\n<input id=\"hippowiz-ass-injected\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"true\" \/><input id=\"hvmessage-toextension-listener\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"none\" \/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Take a journey to the stunning highland glen of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, and you\u2019ll find the historic Ledard Farm. 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