Luthermuir

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Luthermuir is a village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.

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Historically the village was home to weavers and labourers. [1]

Facilities

Luthermuir is home to a primary school and a church. [1] [2] There is a single playground, however, it was deemed unsafe and closed by the council in 2020. Residents are currently raising funds for new play equipment. [3] A registered charity, Luthermuir Hall And Park Committee, is based in the village and aims to improve facilities and meeting places for the benefit of residents of Luthermuir and surrounding places. [4] [5]

Transportation

A bus service connects Luthermuir with Laurencekirk, Auchenblae and Stonehaven. It is situated close to the A90.

Notable residents

Brothers John Souttar and Harry Souttar, both footballers, grew up in the village. [6]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Luthermuir". Laurencekirk AB30. Retrieved 1 July 2019.
  2. "Luthermuir Church". Scotlands Churches Trust. 24 September 2017. Retrieved 1 July 2019.
  3. Andonova, Denny (12 May 2021). "Villagers raise thousands to rebuild Aberdeenshire playpark after sudden closure over safety fears". Press and Journal. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  4. "Luthermuir Hall And Park Committee, SC008917". Scottish Charity Register. Retrieved 16 June 2021.
  5. "Hundreds raised for Luthermuir play park update". Mearns Leader. Retrieved 16 June 2021.
  6. "Super Souttar excelling in Cod Army defence". www.fleetwoodtownfc.com. Retrieved 31 January 2021.

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