What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: Bruces Well, known to have been in existance since the 13th century serving the needs of the community attached to the Spittal and Lazarr House bearby and adjacent to the church of St. Ninian. King Robert the 1st of Scotland (the Bruce) benefitted from the water of the well and generously endowed the Lazard House. Erected by the Kyle & Carrick District Council Recorded plaque organisation: Kyle & Carrick District Council.
King Robert the Bruce was King of Scots from 1306 until his death in 1329, renowned for leading Scotland to victory over England at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314, securing Scottish independence.
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Photo: Richard Webb on Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0