Baron of Abbotshall is a title of nobility in the Baronage of Scotland associated with the lands of Abbotshall, near Kirkcaldy in Fife, Scotland. The title has historical connections to the Scott family.[3]
| Baron of Abbotshall | |
|---|---|
  | |
| Creation date | 16th century[2] |
| Creation | Baronage of Scotland |
| Created by | King James VI of Scotland |
| First holder | Sir Thomas Scott of Abbotshall |
| Present holder | Harold Robert Peerenboom, Baron of Abbotshall |
| Heir apparent | H. Peerenboom Jr, Younger of Abbotshall |
| Remainder to | heirs and assignees |
| Status | extant |
| Former seat(s) | Abbotshall House |
History
editThe Barony of Abbotshall dates back to the 16th century, when it was held by the Scott family, who were significant landowners in Fife. Thomas Scott of Abbotshall, the first known baron, established the family's presence in the region, and the title remained with his descendants for several generations. The barony's lands were historically connected with nearby Kirkcaldy, playing a role in the local economy and governance.[4][3][5][6]
The barony has changed hands multiple times over the centuries. The original Abbotshall House, once the seat of the barony, was replaced by a mansion in the 17th century, which itself fell into ruin by the 1800s. Today, remnants of the original estate, including some old walls and gateways, can still be found in Raith Gardens, Kirkcaldy.[7]
Modern activities
editAs of the present, the barony does not hold significant landholdings or estates, but it continues to be recognised as a title of historical importance within the Scottish nobility. The current baron is involved in the broader community of barons, contributing to the preservation of Scotland's heritage.[8][1]
Notable barons
edit- Sir Thomas Scott of Abbotshall: The first known holder of the barony, established the Scott family's influence in Fife. He was the son of Thomas Scott of Abbotshall (and Agnes Moncreiffe) who received the lands by disposition (a legal transfer of property) in the 16th century, the lands were later raised to a barony for his son by royal charter signed by King James VI of Scotland.[9][10][11] [note 1]
Present baron
editSince 2001, the title is held by Harold Robert Peerenboom.[12][13]
Notes
edit- ^ Baronial titles tend to be used when a landed family holds no peerage title of higher rank, subsequently granted, nor has been created a knight of the realm. While some families prefer to be known as [name] of [barony] if they own the caput. In this case the holder was a Baronet (hereditary knight) which outranks his baronial title.
References
edit- ^ a b Burke's Peerage & Gentry International Register of Arms, Volume 1 (Volume 1 ed.). Martin S. J. Goldstraw. 2011. ISBN 9780956815712.
- ^ "The Barony of Abbotshall". Registry of Scots Nobility.
- ^ a b Glenbervie), Sir Robert Douglas (of (1798). The Baronage of Scotland, Containing an Historical and Genealogical Account of the Gentry of that Kingdom. Colected from the Public Records and Chartularies of this Country, the Records and Private Writings of Families and the Works of Our Best Historians. Bell & Bradfute, W. Creech, J. Dickson, E. Balfour, P. Hill, W. Laing, A. Guthrie, J. Watson, Manners & Miller, And A. Constable: And By Cadell & Davies, London.
- ^ "Abbotshall | Canmore". canmore.org.uk. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ "Major William Arnot of Abbotshall, v Provost John Currie, and other Inhabitants of Kirkaldy., [1757] Mor 16035 | Scottish Court of Session, Judgment, Law, casemine.com - in 1539, Abbotshall lands disponed to Thomas Scot". Casemine. 4 September 2004. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ "Abbotshall (site of) | Castle in Kirkcaldy and Dysart, Fife | Stravaiging around Scotland". www.stravaiging.com. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ "History of Abbotshall". GENUKI. Retrieved 3 September 2024.
- ^ "COURT OF THE LORD LYON - Roll of the Chiefs, and Heads of Territorial Houses". Change of Name and/or Arms - Edinburgh Gazette. 15 August 200. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ "William Arnot, second son of Sir John Arnot, baronet, obtained on November 29, 1750, a charter of resignation of the lands and barony of Abbotshall, " now called Arnott," and the burgh of barony of Linktoun, with various privileges. The burgh is now a part of the parliamentary burgh of Kirkcaldy" (PDF). Page 374 - The arms of the baronial and police burghs of Scotland. 4 September 2024. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ "Charter by Thomas Scot of Abbotshall, granting to Mr. Leonard Leslie, rector of Aberlour and to Walter Leslie, his natural son, the lands of Edynnarnochty, 15th June 1571 | University of Edinburgh Archive and Manuscript Collections". archives.collections.ed.ac.uk. Retrieved 4 September 2024.
- ^ Burke's Peerage 107th Edition (107th ed.). Hugh Preskett. 2003.
- ^ "Scottish Barons". Debretts. 29 June 2024. Retrieved 29 June 2024.
- ^ "Scottish Barony Register". Scottish Barony Register. 25 June 2024.