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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Elderslie,_ScotlandElderslie, Scotland - Wikipedia

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   Elderslie (Scottish Gaelic: Achadh na Feàrna) is a village in the council area and historic county of Renfrewshire in west central Scotland. It chiefly serves as a commuter village, situated midway between the towns of Paisley and Johnstone, and lies 11 miles (18 km) west of Glasgow city centre.

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   This much loved Renfrewshire village is perhaps best known as the birthplace of one of Scottish history’s most cherished heroes. Read on to discover the history and heritage of Elderslie. William Wallace was born to Malcolm Wallace, laird of Elderslie, and Lady Margaret Crawford in 1270.

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4. www.visionofbritain.org.uk › place › 20266History of Elderslie in Renfrewshire | Map and description

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   Elderslie, a village in Abbey parish, Renfrewshire, with a station on the Glasgow and South-Western Rail- way, 2¼ miles W by S of Paisley, under which it has a post office.

5. www.europethisway.com › place › elderslieElderslie, Scotland: tourism, weather, map and Elderslie ...

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   Elderslie in the Renfrewshire region of Scotland : weather, maps, tourist attractions, places to visit, sports and golf and train stations near Elderslie.

6. www.visitscotland.com › elderslie-p1995831Elderslie Visitor Guide - Accommodation, Things To Do & More

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   Visitor information for Elderslie, Renfrewshire including accommodation, things to do, attractions, events and food & drink. Famous as the birthplace of Scotland’s Braveheart, Sir William Wallace (1274–1305), this pretty village has plenty to offer visitors.

7. www.scottish-places.info › towns › townhistory375Elderslie: Historical perspective for Elderslie

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   Elderslie, a village in Abbey parish, Renfrewshire, with a station on the Glasgow and South-Western Rail- way, 2¼ miles W by S of Paisley, under which it has a post office. Consisting principally of two rows of houses along the road from Paisley to Johnstone, and inhabited chiefly by weavers and other operatives, it is notable as the reputed ...

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   Where is Elderslie in Scotland?

   • Elderslie (Scottish Gaelic: Achadh na Feàrna) is a village in the council area and historic county of Renfrewshire in west central Scotland. It chiefly serves as a commuter village, situated midway between the towns of Paisley and Johnstone, and lies 11 miles (18 km) west of Glasgow city centre.

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   Where is Elderslie now?

   • Elderslie is now part of Renfrewshire district. Click here for graphs and data of how Renfrewshire has changed over two centuries. For statistics about Elderslie itself, go to Units and Statistics .

   History of Elderslie in Renfrewshire | Map and description

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   What is Elderslie famous for?

   • Elderslie is famous as the birth place of Sir William Wallace (1274-1305), who defeated the English army at the Battle of Stirling Bridge. It’s easy to get to Paisley and Renfrewshire. And when you’re here, it’s easy to get around!

   History and heritage of Elderslie - Paisley.is

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   Who inherited the Ayrshire lands?

   • These lands were inherited by Adam Walays, said to have been living in 1259. This Adam Walays had two sons, namely, Adam, who succeeded to the Ayrshire estate of Riccarton, and Sir Malcolm, who received the lands of Elderslie and Auchinbothie in Renfrewshire, and was the father of Scotland’s great hero, Sir William Wallace.

   Sir Malcolm Wallace, Laird of Elderslie - Geni.com

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   Where did the name Elderslie come from?

   • The origin of the name of "Elderslie" is Old English for "field of Elder Trees". It is assumed that William Wallace was born and grew up in Elderslie. On the site of the ancient Elderslie Castle there stands a monument to commemorate his life, and a commemoration ceremony is held every August.

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   Why is there a memorial in Elderslie?

   • A memorial to Scotland’s national hero is made up of a series of sculpted plaques illustrating the key moments in Wallace’s career as Knight of Elderslie and Guardian of Scotland, set around a column reminiscent of a market cross. The village is also home to the award winning Butchers Steak & Grill and the popular Elderslie Golf Club.

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9. www.geni.com › people › Sir-Malcolm-Wallace-Laird-ofMalcolm Wallace of Elderslie (1249 - 1307) - Genealogy - Geni.com

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   Jan 13, 2023 · Sir Malcolm Wallace was Lord of Elderslie, Scotland, and father of the famous William Wallace (made famous through the movie Braveheart). He was born in 1249 and married Lady Margaret Craufurd. They had five children: Two older girls, then Malcolm 2nd, Sir William, and Sir John.