Kingussie Flower

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KINGUSSIE FLOWER (R8x40) 2C (4C set) RSCDS Book 21

1- 8 1s lead down the middle and back to top
9-16 1L+2M set and turn RH; 1M+2L set and turn RH into a line of 4 across (Bar 16 1L steps in to be BtoB with partner, 1M facing 2L, 1L facing 2M)
17-24 1s+2s dance reel of 4 across
25-32 1s+2s Promenade
33-40 1s+2s dance Poussette

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)

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Kingussie (pronounced "kin-yoosie", with the emphasis on the second syllable) is a town in the Scottish Highlands, located within the Cairngorms National Park. It stands on the River Spey, approximately 43 miles south of Inverness and about 12 miles from Aviemore. In 2022, the town's population was around 1,360.

The name Kingussie comes from the Gaelic 'Ceann a' Ghiùthsaich', meaning 'Head of the Pine Forest'. It was laid out as a planned village in 1799 by the Duke and Duchess of Gordon, who aimed to develop local industry, including linen production. The opening of the Highland Railway in 1863 greatly improved access, helping to establish Kingussie as a tourist destination.

The town holds a key place in the history of shinty, a traditional Scottish sport. The Camanachd Association, the sport's governing body, was founded in Kingussie in 1893. The local shinty team has a strong reputation and long-standing involvement in the sport.

Nearby are the remains of Ruthven Barracks, built in the early 18th century after the Jacobite uprising of 1715. The barracks played a role in later Jacobite events as well.

Kingussie is also close to the Highland Wildlife Park, home to native and cold-climate animals. Just along the road in Newtonmore is the Highland Folk Museum, which explores Highland life from the 1700s to the present day through historical buildings and exhibitions.

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