Document record MAB53098 - TAM O'RIVEN'S WELL
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Summary
Site of a well.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 5020 4640 (40m by 40m) Location only - Point |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ54NW |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Cairnie |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Site of a well. A well is said to have been situated near New Balloch in Ruthven, but its exact location is no longer known. It was allegedly named after Sir Thomas Gordon of Ruthven who was said to have challenged and killed a monk who had offended him. An effigy is built into a recess in the wall of Ruthven Church. No further information.
MORRIS, 1982, SCOTTISH HEALING WELLS, 40 (Bibliographic reference). SAB1157.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ54NW0038;
External Links (0)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB1157 Bibliographic reference: MORRIS. 1982. SCOTTISH HEALING WELLS. 40.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Aug 26 2015 9:12AM
