Building record MAB17012 - SAINT MARNAN'S WELL
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Summary
Remains of a well which was said to have been a healing well.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 6215 5188 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Polygon: Unknown Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ65SW |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Marnoch |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Remains of a well which was said to have been a healing well. Paving stones are visible. Local memory still recalls a skull being washed in the well, then people drinking the water. The whereabouts of the skull is now unknown.
MORRIS, 1982, SCOTTISH HEALING WELLS, 67 (Bibliographic reference). SAB1157.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ65SW0015;
External Links (0)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB1157 Bibliographic reference: MORRIS. 1982. SCOTTISH HEALING WELLS. 67.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Sep 17 2020 4:47PM
