Episode Seven in a series of 360° videos around the Ards Peninsula & North Down is from Kircubbin, a village situated on a bay on the East coast of Strangford Lough. In this episode you will hear how the origins of Scottish settlement in this area lie with Alexander Bailie from Wigtownshire, Scotland and who’s great-great-grandson, James Bailie, established the village of Kircubbin in 1769. You will learn of the area’s strong history of flax spinning, embroidery and bonnet making, a place that has always been a home to women who crafted an income and independence from their sitting rooms. We meet Christine Casey, owner of Kiri Cottage Crafts and a traditional hand spinner and weaver who is keeping the skills alive which have flourished here for generations.