What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Glasgow, Cathkin Braes as Cup Marked Stone (period Unknown). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Likely dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age, the cup marked stone at Cathkin Braes is thought to have ceremonial or ritual significance, common to many such carved stones in Scotland. Its markings may relate to astronomical observations, fertility symbols, or tribal identity, though specific folklore or use remains unrecorded.
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Places near here
Big WoodWood · 305 yd
Queen Mary's SeatViewpoint · 322 yd
Cathkin BraesNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 366 yd
Muir FarmCairn (period Unassigned)(possible) · 544 yd
Small bridge over stream in Cathkin Braes Country ParkHeritage place · 586 yd
Glasgow, Ardencraig Road, ChurchChurch (late 20th Century) · 612 yd
Rutherglen, Cathkin Road, Cathkin Braes Golf CourseGolf Course (19th Century) (1889) · 657 yd
Remains of Mitchell Hill High Flats, CastlemilkMountain or hill · 1004 yd
Cathkin Marsh Wildlife ReserveNature reserve · 1137 yd
King of the Castle (detail)Castle, fort or tower · 1255 yd
Stables Clock TowerCastle, fort or tower · 1326 yd
Highflat FarmNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 1379 yd