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The River that defined Scotland: The Forth and its Tributaries

Dr Murray Cook, Stirling Council's celebrated Archaeologist, gives this talk on the historic importance of the area defined by the three rivers that give our festival its name.

The River that defined Scotland: The Forth and its Tributaries

About The River that defined Scotland: The Forth and its Tributaries

The River that Defined Scotland: The Forth and its Tributaries, a talk by Dr Murray Cook

Stirling Council's celebrated Archaeologist describes the historic importance of the area defined by the three rivers that give our festival its name.

A popular speaker and prolific author, for his many contributions to Stirling heritage and culture, Murray is the 2025 winner of the Stirling Business Improvement District Outstanding Contribution to Stirling Award.

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