upgraded. There are no tennis facilities, despite these existing in the nearby villages of Strichen and Longside which have smaller populations. There is a local Freemason's Lodge which is situated in School Street. Established in 1872. Employment Historically, many people from the village were employed in quarrying for granite. Also, many people worked on the peat moss which lies in the area between the east of the village and Strichen. The village is also famous for New Pitsligo lace. Notable people Robert Gordon Wilson (1844–1931) eminent Scottish church architect born and raised here Bill Gibb (1943-1988) fashion designer Andy Duguid (1982- ) Trance musician originally from Germany, who has lived in Scotland since 1990 References Bibliography Villages in Aberdeenshire