Horatio Nelson blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Lord Nelson visited Ross in 1802 and walked through these gardens.

Admiral Viscount Sir Horatio Nelson was a British naval hero who played a crucial role in defeating the French and Spanish fleets at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, though he died during the battle; his visit to Ross in 1802 highlights his status as a celebrated figure during his lifetime.