Kintore, Inverurie, AB51 0AF

Kintore, Aberdeenshire, is a town situated near Inverurie in Scotland. It was historically a royal burgh and is now bypassed by the A96. The town is associated with the Earl of Kintore, a title created in 1677 for Sir John Keith, and the Keith family, who were also Lords of Inverurie and Keith Hall. The Earldom and Lordship passed through various holders, including Anthony Adrian Falconer, who adopted the surname Keith-Falconer. The local history reflects the influence of the peerage and the Clan Keith, with the title and chieftaincy remaining linked until the mid‑20th century. Residents can appreciate the town’s historic ties and its proximity to Inverurie and the surrounding countryside.