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Scurriestone

Standing Stone (prehistoric)
Scurriestone
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Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Scurriestone as Standing Stone (prehistoric). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Likely dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age, the Scurriestone is a standing stone that may have functioned as a territorial marker, ceremonial focus, or astronomical alignment point. Local folklore sometimes associates such stones with protective charms or ancient spirits, though specific traditions for this site are not recorded.

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