Burgh

usgb/ˈbɜːrəʊ/
noun

A town or borough in Scotland.

Edinburgh is the second most populous burgh in Scotland.
Visual representation of "burgh" - A town or borough in Scotland.

Often appears as...

  • royal burgh
  • burgh council

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Scottish Towns

In modern usage, 'burgh' typically refers to certain towns in Scotland, not elsewhere.

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Glasgow developed from a small rural burgh to a large city.
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Not Always Royal

'Burgh' includes both royal burghs and other towns, not all have royal status.

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The coastal burgh boasted a rich maritime history.
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