Introduction by Hugh Peebles

When I first visited Scotland in 1995, it was like a dream come true. Although my holiday included stays in London, Stratford Upon Avon and other locations on the island, my primary destination was Peebles. I felt at home instantly during that first visit; so much so that for my sabbatical I decided to return here for an extended stay.

Speaking with people in the tourist office I wasn't surprised to learn that I was among a number of Peebles who visit here to see the place where our family name originated. I decided that a visitor book might give members of the extended Peebles family a special place to record their reactions to the town and also possibly open contacts with others with the same surname. I've met a number of the people who signed the book and spent some quality time with these "cousins."

If come to Scotland and my schedule has an opening, I'd be delighted to meet any fellow Peebles.

The following are entries from the visitor book.

 

July 2001

Hugh Peebles, formerly of San Diego, California. Currently residing in Peebles, Scotland.
Since I was a small boy I've heard about this town and hoped I would visit someday. When I first visited the town in 1996 I was enchanted and vowed to return. The beauty of the town is closely rivaled by the f friendliness of its inhabitants,. It really feels like home to this American Peebles. peebles@cox.net


Aug. 16th 2001
Albert and Helen Peebles from Oneida, NY
Very, Very nice trip to Scotland and Peebles. Hope to be able to return.
apeeble1@twcny.rr.com


Richard Dole Peebles
(Architect)
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin


Julian Peebles
Indianapolis
peebles@montagueassociates.com


Bonnie Barton ( Peebles)
Willcox AZ
bonniebarton@utg.net


Cecil B. Peebles
Pemplico, SC 29583


29/8/01
Bev and Reg Peebles
Penguin, Tasmania
We are visiting for the 3rd time to this beautiful town. Although our ancestors actually came from Fiefeshire we feel we can actually claim some emotional ownership to this town and the Tweed River.
Cheers from these Penguin Peebles


13/9/01
John and Ann Peebles
Woodfalls, Salisbury
England
This is our second trip to Peebles.


Heather Peebles
Merrias
NSW 2329
Australia
myfanwy23@hotmail.com


Jerred Fiansen (Peebles)
Houston, Texas
jackpeebles@hotmail.com


Clair Nurminen (Peebles)
Waluis Bay
Namibia


11/12/01
Linda Peebles
Lubbock, Texas


5 July, 2001
Don and Ann Seaman
College Station, Texas
Don was born in Peebles, Ohio, U.S.A.
We are here collecting thing with the word "Peebles" and taking picture to show Don's relatives in Peebles, Ohio.
This Peebles is much larger than the one in Ohio


Victoria Peebles
Lemon Grove


Emily Peebles
Lemon Grove


Judith Peebles
Lemon Grove


Rosalind Peebles
St Louis, Mo
repeebles@aol.com


Michelle Earle
Decatur, IL
My husband and I stopped in Peebles during our trip through Scotland. My grandparents have traced our ancestry to the Peebles clan in Scotland. I would be interested in gaining more information on our history.
tearle2@earthlink.net


Christopher J. Peebles
San Diego, CA
I was born and raised in the South of the UK.. Grandparents on the Peebles side from near Belfast, Bainbridge and Hollywood. Moved to England in the early 1900's.
A lovely town. I enjoyed my stay and hope to return.


Richard Todd Peebles
Bronxville, NY
Son of Raymond Charles Peebles born Lakewood, Ohio USA
Grandson of Frank Barton Peebles. dick.peebles@gartner.com


John Mark Peebles
Tarqnaki, New Zealand


Curtis and Cheryl Peebles
Curtis Jr., Chrystal, and Cory (Children)
Salinas, CA
Rental Manager KLift Service, Salinas, CA
Came to Scotland to see relatives. Came to check out Peebles

 

25/09/2002
Malcolm John Peebles
Statffordshire, England
This is my second visit to Peebles. The first time was when I was eight years of age.
Peebles is so beautiful I would love to live here someday.


25.09.02
Alex and Rena Peebles
Drummore


25.09.02
Karen and Alison Peebles
Helensburgh


Edgar David Peebles, III
Starkville, Mississippi
dpeebles@poultry.msstate.edu
Business Trip- Oxford
Pleasure Trip- Edinburgh, Peebles


Mr. and Mrs. Jon Peebles
Goleta, California
Senior Pastor
Harvest Time City Church
purple@impulse.net



Steve and Gretchen (Peebles) Ballmer
We came on Feb. 24 - March 3, 2003 to visit my brother, Hugh.
My dream for many years was to come to the town of my heritage.
How blessed you are to live in such a place as this.
gretchenballmer@yahoo.com



Kathryn ( Peebles ) Himstreet
Chevy Chase, MD



Lynn and Carol Peebles
Cottonwood, CA USA
We've been waiting for 30 years to com to Peebles.
We are excited to now be here. What a beautiful little town!!
Another gorgeous part of God's creation. clpeebles@saber.net



Michelle A. Peebles
Perth, Tasmania, Australia
How wonderful to be in Peebles at last!



Glen and Jo Peebles
Rockford Illinois, USA
Wish we were here!



James Peebles
Ft. Worth, Texas
Vice President and Region Counsel Northeast Region
D.R. Horton
jpeebles@drhorton.com



James (Pete) Peebles
Livingston, Texas
djpete@livingston.net