John Forsyth and Cristine Reid
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📜 A Wee Bit of Forsyth History 📜
In 1576 John Forsyth and his wife Christine Reid were granted lands and rights, read more about this
On May 16, 1576, King James confirmed a charter issued by the Abbot of Kinloss to Master John Forsyth and his wife Cristine Reid.
The Forsyths were granted lands in Sauchiewotoun, Wyndishillis, and Nether-sait of Bochkerts, along with the mill at Newlandis, located in the barony of Strathisla (modern Banffshire).
🛠️ They were even given rights to build and maintain a mill — a clear sign of their standing and responsibility within the region.
This document reflects the growing influence of Forsyth families in northern Scotland during the 16th century—trusted, educated, and land-holding.
📍From the barony of Strathisla to the royal registry at Halyruidhous (Holyrood), the Forsyth name was already making history.
📖 Source: Register of the Great Seal of Scotland, Vol. 4, Item 2566
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