What do you call people from Arbroath?

Residents of Arbroath are called Arbroathians but often call themselves Red Lichties after the red lamp that shone from the harbour light and foghorn tower at the harbour entrance, as an aid to shipping entering the harbour. At the 2001 census, the population of Arbroath was 22,785.

Is Arbroath rough?

Arbroath has a relatively low crime rate and is well policed by the Tayside Division of Police Scotland.

Why is Arbroath famous?

Arbroath, the largest town in Angus, is home to the famous Arbroath Abbey, where in 1320 the Declaration of Arbroath was signed. This traditional seaside town, with its picturesque harbour is also home to the famous Arbroath Smokie, haddock smoked over wood fires, and considered a delicacy all over the world.

Is Arbroath a deprived area?

Seven of these datazones are within Arbroath, including areas of Arbroath Warddykes, Arbroath Cliffburn, Arbroath Harbour and Arbroath Kirkton. In all these communities, over 22% of the population are classed as being income deprived, rising to 29% in the most deprived datazone of Warddykes.

Why are Arbroath called the Red lichties?

The Club was founded in 1878 and plays home matches at Gayfield Park. They play in maroon strips and are nicknamed “The Red Lichties” due to the red light that used to guide fishing boats back from the North Sea to the Burgh’s harbour.

Is Arbroath Angus or Tayside?

Arbroath, royal burgh (town), North Sea fishing port, and holiday resort, Angus council area and historic county, Scotland. Arbroath Abbey, once the richest in Scotland, was founded in 1178 by King William I (the Lion) of Scotland, who is buried there.

What is the most Scottish surname?

Most Common Last Names In Scotland

What is the most Scottish first name?

Most Popular First Names In Scotland