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Mercat Cross

No. 148 of 219 in Eildon and Leaderfoot, No. 63 for history. History, 5.1 km from Gattonside, just outside Eildon and Leaderfoot National Scenic Area.

A mercat cross, the traditional marker of a Scottish market place, standing as a historic monument.Written by Claude from the facts on this page (describe-v1, 2026-11-01).

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Stay nearby

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If it rains

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