About North Tolsta Historical Society
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Tolsta is a crofting township some 14 miles from Stornoway,the main town on the Isle of Lewis, part of the Western Isles or Outer Hebrides, off the north west coast of Scotland.
Local History
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The Society has been researching a number of historical projects which are of interest both locally and further afield. A number of specific areas have been researched to date such as crofting, fisheries, cemetery, bàrdachd, genealogy, sport, and education. Efforts are on-going to create a comprehensive catalogue of work across many fields and preserve local knowledge for posterity.
Quick Facts about North Tolsta
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Facts you may not know about Tolsta
- Tolsta, or Tolastadh in Scots Gaelic, is a Norse word meaning Tholf's farm
- The first recorded mention of Tolsta was in 1590 when it appeared as Tolestaff
- The village was highlighted in Martin Martin's book, A Description of the Western Isles of Scotland (1695)
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Clachan Criche
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The book is available in paperback format from local outlets in Lewis. Alternatively, you can order it the Comann Eachdraidh. The price is £10 plus £1 postage and packaging. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and further arrangements can be made.
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