Campbells - an Ayr-Durness connection?
Hello all -
I have a mystery I have been trying to solve for some time.
I have a Hugh Campbell born c. 1790, married Mary McKay/MacKay on Feb 10, 1809 in Eriboll.
On his eldest child's birth certificate, it indicates Hugh is a shepard "from the shire of Ayr". However, his wife and all his children are from the Durness area in Sutherland. Hugh seems to have spent his adult life there.
I have been trying to find the connection between Ayr and Durness, and where my Hugh Campbell came from. If anybody out there has any ideas, or knows of any connection, I would appreciate the help!
Thanks!
Kerry