2. The MacDonalds of Sollas

Sunset at Sollas

Beach, North Uist

The MacDonalds of Northton originated in Sollas, North Uist. They are descended from Kenneth MacDonald, whose son, Lachlan (1760-1858), emigrated to 12 Drinishader. He was from the Geirann Mill, and probably came as a tradesman to Drinishader, which was settled as a fishing village at the time.

North Uist has not the variety of scenery of Harris, but has a beauty all of its own.And to the South West, lies the lovely nature reserve of Balranald. The original family still lives here, though their descendants are spread over the world. A judge in Bulawayo, a scientist in Cape Town, and us lot!.

1. MacDonalds of Northton

This is a blog set up specifically for the descendants of my Grandfather, Donald MacDonald of 37, Northton, Isle of Harris, but I hope that anyone who is interested in the content will feel welcome. There will be a good deal of family history, and if errors occur, I hope someone will correct them. Any additional history will be most gratefully received.
I am now numbering the posts so that you can follow them in a timeline.Every time I add more information, the order changes, confusing us all!

As I get bettter at this, I hope the blog will improve.
chirstymac