Forbes, Aberdeenshire

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Forbes is a hamlet by Tullynessle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.

It is connected to Tullynessle 1 3/4 miles from Alford. [1]

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References

  1. "History of Forbes in Aberdeenshire | Map and description".

Coordinates: 57°14′46″N2°43′23″W / 57.246°N 2.723°W / 57.246; -2.723