Natural record MAB31996 - HOLE OF WEEMS
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Summary
Cave.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NO 2930 7554 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Point |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NO27NE |
| Civil Parish | Cortachy & Clova |
| Authority | Angus |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Cave. The 'Hole of Weems', also known as 'Prince Charlie's Cave', is a natural cave or hollow situated on the hillside east of Braedownie. The cave is named on the OS maps on the 1st edition map of 1867. The opening diminishes towards the south and the interior is capable of holding 6 - 8 people. Depicted on the current edition (2006).
, (Photograph). SAB25198.
ORDNANCE SURVEY, 1871, Ordnance Name Book (Bibliographic reference). SAB1360.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ANG;
- NMR Card Number: NO27NE1;
- NRHE Numlink: 31137;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NO27NE0001;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/31137 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Mar 13 2026 11:59AM
