 Since there is no charter confirming the Strachan family took possession of the barony of Strachan, it is with a high probability the 'de Strachan' family obtained the barony through marriage.During this period, inherited lands would not necessarily be confirmed by a Crown charter.Ranulf de Strachan also held lands in Brectulach located in Angus (NGR NO 570 470), or to the lesser probability Forfar (NGR NO 470 400).