Baron of Blackhall
| Royal Barony of Blackhall | |
|---|---|
| Creation date | 1395 |
| Creation | Baronage of Scotland |
| Created by | David II |
| First holder | Sir John Stewart, 1st Baron of Blackhall |
| Remainder to | heirs male of the body lawfully begotten |
| Status | extant |
| Seat | Blackhall Manor |
| Motto | "Oh Pilgrim Heart Forget Not The Cat" |
Baron of Blackhall is a title of nobility in the Baronage of Scotland associated with the ancient lands of Blackhall, located in the parish of Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland.[1] The title
Robert Brown Gillespie, 27th Baron of Blackhall, O.B.E.
The current holder of the title is Robert Brown Gillespie, 27th Baron of Blackhall.[1]
Modern transition of baronage titles
The status of the barony changed significantly after the Scotland Act 2000, which redefined baronies as incorporeal heritable titles, no longer tied to land ownership.[2]
Notable barons
- Sir John Stewart, 1st Baron of Blackhall: The first known holder of the title, granted in the 14th century.
Arms
The coat of arms associated with the Baron of Blackhall is described as: "Argent a fess Gules between in chief a stag's head cabossed and in base a fleur-de-lis Sable." The stag's head represents strength and vigilance, while the fleur-de-lis is a symbol of purity and light. The family motto is "Oh Pilgrim Heart Forget Not The Cat," reflecting a long-standing dedication to serving the nation.[3][1]
References
- 1 2 3 Burke's Peerage 107th Edition (107th ed.). Hugh Preskett. 2003.
- ↑ "Abolition of Feudal Tenure etc. (Scotland) Act 2000". legislation.gov.uk. 8 December 2014.
- ↑ "The Arms of Robert Brown Gillespie, Baron of Blackhall". The Armorial Register. Retrieved 3 September 2024.