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Halferne Mote

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From the Historic Environment Scotland record 64583

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  • Hugh Close, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Chris Newman, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Milestone Society, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • James Bell, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Richard Webb, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Jon Alexander, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Colin Kinnear, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
HalferneCairn (possible) · 142 yd

Explorer Tom Halferne does something weird when nobody's looking. It rearranges its own pebbles just to annoy anyone who tries to count them later. It's free, it's odd, what more do you want? Just don't ask it for a receipt; it never keeps one anyway, apparently.

Old Bridge of UrrSpindle Whorl (stone) · 960 yd

Explorer Tom Old Bridge of Urr is a spindle whorl that has been waiting for a prophecy about it to come true, but it’s just spinning its wheels in the meantime. It’s so confused about what era it belongs to that it’s started wearing a mix of medieval armour and modern sunglasses. The bridge itself is probably rolling its eyes at this tiny stone accessory trying to be the main event. If anyone asks, Tom sent

Meikle ErnambrieFarmstead · 995 yd

Explorer Tom Meikle Ernambrie would teach history by just sitting there and letting the silence do all the talking for you. It’s a farmstead that has seen better days but refuses to admit it looks tired. The whole place has a vibe of 'I’ve been here longer than your excuses.' It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.

Clarebrand HillMountain / peak · 1001 ydClarebrandVillage · 1219 yd

Explorer Tom Clarebrand is a village proud of its old milestone, which is basically a rock with numbers on it that nobody needs anymore. It’s got that quiet dignity of a place that knows exactly where it stands, even if the rest of us are lost. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice.

Tottlehams GlenWood · 1.6 miDrumskellyNo Class (event) (21st Century) · 1.7 miErnespie HillMountain / peak · 2.0 miWar MemorialMemorial · 2.4 miBird HideViewpoint · 3.0 miCraigie PlantationWood · 3.4 miBuittle PlaceTower House (medieval) · 4.8 mi

Explorer Tom Buittle Place in Dumfries and Galloway is a medieval tower house that needs a dating profile. It would write: 'Sturdy, loyal, slightly damp, looking for someone who appreciates silence.' It’s got that serious, brooding vibe down to a science. Bring a coin for luck and keep it in your pocket.

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