Built in the 15th century, this is the oldest surviving multiple-arched bridge in Scotland. It is named after Devorgilla de Balliol who founded Sweetheart Abbey and funded the construction of an earlier bridge here.
At Kirkmadrine are some of the oldest Christian stones in Scotland. They date from the 5th century to 12th. A century ago some were being used as gateposts.
In days of sail this was the main Scottish port for the Galloway-Ulster ferry. Despite efforts to improve the harbour the ferry service moved to Stranraer in 1868.
Regarded as a retreat used by St Ninian, the cave was once a place of pilgrimage. Cut into the rock are seven small crosses. A mile walk from car park at Kidsdale.
Several groups of cup-and-ring markings can be seen on the rock outcrops in this open field at Drumtroddan. The carvings show much variation in design.
Address:
Drumtroddan
, by Wigtown, Dumfries & Galloway, DG8
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