History of County of Renfrew

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  • Period: 100 to

    County of Renfrew

    The history of the County of Renfrew from 100AD to present times
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    Early Inhabitants

    Early inhabitants of the County of Renfrewshire were the Britons. Romans appear and have 2 forts at Barochan & Whitemoss over two invasions. also roman fortlet at Lurg Moor above Greenock
  • Mar 1, 1163

    Paisley Priory Founded

    Paisley Priory Founded by Walter fitz Alan, High Steward of Scotland
  • Mar 1, 1164

    Battle of Renfrew

    Somerled, Lord of the Isles - killed at Battle of Renfrew

  • Tapestry of Renfrewshire Launch

    Tapestry of Renfrewshire Launch in Paisley Abbey