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The May

Cairn(s)

<b>The May</b>Posted by markj99Image © Mark Johnstone
Also known as:
  • May Farm

Nearest Town:Wigtown (13km ENE)
OS Ref (GB):   NX3009351407 / Sheet: 82
Latitude:54° 49' 42.55" N
Longitude:   4° 38' 43.46" W

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Visited 16.07.23

The May Cairn is a low mound located c. 100 yards SSW of The May Farm, c. 5 miles NNW of Port William in Dumfries and Galloway. The circular platform has a flat grassy surface. The perimeter of the cairn is studded with small exposed stones. It measures c. 54 feet in diameter and 2 feet high. Canmore ID 62915 has further details of The May Cairn

The May Cairn is one of a small cluster of cairns at The May consisting of Court Cairn, The May and Lang Rigs.
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Posted by markj99
20th July 2023ce
Edited 20th July 2023ce
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