Doocots or dovecotes are amongst the oldest farm buildings in Scotland, originally intended to house doves farmed for their flesh. Early cook-books contain many recipes for pies, roasts and stews. The cotes are fascinating and varied, ranging from the architecturally significant to simple structures.
This publication not only records doocots in a historically important and fertile area of north-east Scotland, it is also the first in a series of regional guides devoted to the subject published by the SVBWG. Similar publications covering North and South Lanarkshire, Dumfries and Galloway, East Lothian and the Highlands and Islands are in course of preparation.
‘The Doocots of Scotland: Moray’ stems from many years research by Nick Brown. It provides comprehensive notes on the buildings and pigeon farming besides a detailed gazetteer and is fully illustrated by the author.