Marybank | |
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![]() A view next to the village | |
Location within the Ross and Cromarty area | |
OS grid reference | NH486534 |
Council area | |
Country | Scotland |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Post town | Muir of Ord |
Postcode district | IV6 7 |
Dialling code | 01997 |
Police | Scotland |
Fire | Scottish |
Ambulance | Scottish |
Marybank is a small village in Ross-shire, Scottish Highlands and is in the Scottish council area of Highland.[1] The village of Muir of Ord lies 3 miles (4.8 km) south east of Marybank, along the A832 road. The village of Contin lies less than 2 miles (3.2 km) north-west of Marybank.
Cycle race
The Strathconon Cycle ride happens every year on the first Saturday in May. This ride consists of a 19-mile ride from the top of Strathconon finishing in Marybank, a 38-mile "there and back" ride, and a 4 miler for younger kids. This event raises money for Marybank's Hall Committee.
References
- ^ Gittings, Bruce; Munro, David. "Marybank". The Gazetteer for Scotland. School of GeoSciences, University of Edinburgh and The Royal Scottish Geographical Society. Retrieved 23 September 2019.