Finlay Dermoch black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: Nether Port The Nether Port or southern gate to the town is believed to have been on this site. About 1410, Bishop Finlay Dermoch built the first bridge over the River Allan. His single arch bridge has been reconstructed on at least three occasions. The original structure can still be seen from the river bank.

The Rt Rev. Finlay Dermoch was a medieval bishop who significantly improved local infrastructure by building the first bridge over the River Allan around 1410, which facilitated trade and travel in the region.