Survey Data
Reg No
11228002
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Historical, Social
Original Use
Monument
In Use As
Monument
Date
1750 - 1850
Coordinates
310963, 219934
Date Recorded
25/06/2002
Date Updated
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Description
Large erratic boulder with carved recess for plaque, which is now missing, erected c.1800. Recess faces south-west and is approximately 30 cm by 20 cm in size. Stone is located 5 metres from gate at road, beside and above mountain trail.
Appraisal
Set in beautiful countryside and partially hidden by vegetation, this stone courts one of the many legendary stories of Finn MacCool, adding a mythological dimension to this rural location.