Shandwick Stone
Pictish Stone
NH 855 747
From
the A9 take a turn off on the left after Tain for the coastal villages and
follow signs for Balintore on the B9165. Turn right near the coast for
Shandwick and go through the little village. As you go uphill beyond the
village you will see the stone on a hilltop ahead. Park in the space
provided and go over the stile. The stone is in a transparent case and if
it is raining it might be hard to see. It is over 10ft (3m) tall and is an
impressive slab. One side is decorated with a cross and lavish designs and
the other is divided into 5 panels. The stone blew down in a gale in 1846
but has been restored.
The
Shandwick Stone
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