Forres Collection

Brodie Castle, Moray, Scotland
The 17th-century Brodie Castle stands near the town of Forres in Moray, Scotland

Railway Station, Forres, Morray, Inverness, Scotland. Date: 1937

The Sands of Culbin, near Forres, Scotland (engraving)
1061056 The Sands of Culbin, near Forres, Scotland (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sands of Culbin, near Forres, Scotland)

Near Forres (w / c & gouache on paper)
863214 Near Forres (w/c & gouache on paper) by Swarbreck, Samuel Dukinfield (c.1799-1863); 17.8x27.9 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK; British, out of copyright

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Wish I could buy you somefink
The Caption has the little boy saying that he has no money AND cannot buy the girl anything so he wishes her a NO COUPON HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: 1944

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - We ll be seeing you somehow
The Caption reads We ll be seeing you somehow. Petrol was severly rationed and only certain professions or trades were allowed to have any. Hence cycling became popular

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Oh, I do like a bit of butter
The ironic Caption is Oh! I do like a bit of butter on my bread. The weekly butter ration per person was 2 oz - 56 grams. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1944

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Coo - you ought to have seen ours
The Caption reads Coo! You ought to have seen ours. The bombs look like what were called Butterfly bombs. These were anti-personnel weapons dropped for people to pick up

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Now News Aagin - Still hoping
The Caption is No news again? - still hoping. With the war near its end everyone back home was waiting for the return of their soldier boys. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1945

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - The result of careless talk
The Caption is The Result of Careless Talk. This is a play on the wartime slogan Careless talk costs lives. The Prime Minister exhorts This is a time for everyone to stand together and hold firm

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - I know things ll be better soon
The Caption is Yes I know things ll be better soon. By this date the war is clearly near its end so the optimism is justified

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Pooh - I don t stand in no queue
The Caption is Pooh! I don t stand in no queue. Rationing went on well after the war ended so queuing became a habit. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1945

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Don t worry, it may not happen
The Caption is Don t worry. It may not happen. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1944

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - A thing of duty - no joy whatever
The Caption is A thing of duty is no joy whatever. The concept of Duty was impressed upon the population during the war as one of the planks of morale. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1944

Ancient Monument called "Suenos Stone, "near Forres, in Moray, NB (engraving)
1609204 Ancient Monument called " Suenos Stone, " near Forres, in Moray, NB (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Public arms: Warwick; Bishops Castle; Whithorn; Dumfries; Forres (engraving)
6008996 Public arms: Warwick; Bishops Castle; Whithorn; Dumfries; Forres (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pillar of Sueno (engraving)
2793487 Pillar of Sueno (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pillar of Sueno. Illustration for The Penny Magazine, 9 August 1834)

The Country of Macbeth (engraving)
1059111 The Country of Macbeth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Country of Macbeth)

Suenos Stone - Forres, Scotland
Suenos Stone - A Scottish Pictish Standing Stone at Forres, Scotland. The largest surving standing stone of its type in Scotland

Railway Station - Showing HR 96), Forres, Morray, Inverness, Scotland. Date: 1934

Railway Station - (Highland Railway), Forres, Morray, Inverness, Scotland. Date: 1934

Moray IV36 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Moray IV36 2

Moray IV36 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Moray IV36 1

Nelsons Tower, Forres, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Nelsons Tower, Forres, late 19th-early 20th century. Octagonal tower overlooking the River Findhorn and the Moray Firth at Forres, Scotland

Swenos Stone - Forres, late 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Swenos Stone - Forres, late 19th-early 20th century. Ancient standing stone at Forres, Moray, Scotland. Known as Suenos Stone

Obelisk at Forres, Moray, Scotland, 1821. Artist: William Daniell
Obelisk at Forres, Moray, Scotland, 1821. Known as Suenos Stone, this 23 foot high carved standing stone is thought to have been erected sometime between c800 and 1000

Nelsons Tower, Forres, Moray, Scotland, 1821. Artist: William Daniell
Nelsons Tower, Forres, Moray, Scotland, 1821. This tower overlooking the River Findhorn and the Moray Firth was built in 1806 to commemorate Nelsons victory at Trafalgar the previous year

Lord Strathcona Opening the Free Church Bazaar in his Native Town of Forres, 1900. From Black & White Budget, Vol. III. [The Black and White Publishing Company, J P

Famous Monoliths At Heliopolis London Istanbul Forres Saint Renan And Iona From The Modern Cyclopedia Vol Vi 1903

Brodie Castle near Forres March 1999

Source Size = 5023 x 3774
The Sands of Culbin, Near Forres, Scotland

Source Size = 1272 x 2778
" suenos Stone, " Near Forres, Moray, N.B. Sketched by S. Dukenfield Swarbreak

Suenos Stones - Forres
Suenos Stone - A Scottish Pictish Standing Stone at Forres, Scotland. The largest surving standing stone of its type in Scotland

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"Forres: A Scottish Gem with Endless Charm and History" Nestled in the heart of Moray, Scotland, a captivating town that boasts a rich tapestry of heritage and natural beauty. One of its most iconic landmarks is Brodie Castle, an enchanting fortress steeped in history. With its grand architecture and stunning gardens, it transports visitors back in time to a bygone era. But Forres isn't just about castles; it also offers breathtaking landscapes that will leave you in awe. The Sands of Culbin, located near the town, are like something out of a dream. As depicted in an exquisite engraving, these vast sandy dunes stretch as far as the eye can see, creating an otherworldly atmosphere. Artists have long been captivated by Forres' picturesque surroundings. In one watercolor painting titled "Near Forres, " vibrant colors bring to life the idyllic countryside scenery – rolling hills dotted with charming cottages and lush greenery. During World War II, even amidst challenging times, humor prevailed through comic postcards exchanged between loved ones. These whimsical illustrations showcased lighthearted messages such as "Wish I could buy you somefink" or "We'll be seeing you somehow. " They provided solace during difficult times while reminding us to find joy even in adversity. For those seeking laughter amid wartime hardships, cheeky postcards like "Oh I do like a bit of butter" or "Coo - you ought to have seen ours" brought smiles to faces across the nation. These playful images served as reminders that happiness can be found even when life seems uncertain. As war raged on and hope persevered through trying circumstances, comic postcards continued their role as messengers of optimism with captions like "Now News Again – Still hoping" or "I know things'll be better soon. " They symbolized resilience and unity, reminding us that brighter days were on the horizon.