HISTORY

Elgin has a long history. Mentioned here are a few pointers which others may wish to expand upon.

West End Fountain was erected in 1892 by the Elgin Amenities Association. Was removed in 1949.

Mayhill House was originally a house belonging to William Young of Burghead but changed use to a maternity hospital in 1951

The Assembly Rooms (closed 1970) was a popular venue for dance

The current Clydesdale bank (built 1969) stands on the site of Drummuir House which served as Elgins Theatre Royal.

There are many very old houses in Elgin. Parts of South College street date to the 16th century although there was extensive modernisation when the street was widened in 1935.

The first talking Picture to be seen in the North of Scotland was shown in the Elgin Picture House (Fife Arms Close) which is now a bingo hall.

Lossie Green has long been associated with travelling shows (going back to 16th century or perhaps earlier). Still used for the purpose today when the circus comes to town. Units of the Polish Army were billeted on Lossie Green during WWII